92°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
31
Glynn County, GA · Atlantic Ocean
Jekyll Island Beach
Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
One of Georgia's Golden Isles — a state-owned barrier island whose historic district was the winter retreat of Rockefellers, Morgans, and Vanderbilts. Ten miles of beach including Driftwood Beach (a salt-bleached driftwood graveyard) at the north end and quieter family beaches at the central pavilion area. Sea turtle nesting site.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly sunny. High near 92, with temperatures falling to around 90 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 107. Southwest wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 102. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 35% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
29 /100
skip
38 Sunbathe
16 Walk
26 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 14 mph
SW
Rain
35%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
8:05 PM
8.1 ft · in 4.9h
Wave Height
2.0 ft
E swell
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
9 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ450)
The JAX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
8:31 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:51 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:25 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 1:52 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 8:05 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:27 AM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 2:52 PM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 9:04 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:45 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:27 AM | High | 6.6 ft |
| 3:48 PM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:37 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 10:24 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 4:43 PM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 10:53 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:26 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 11:20 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 5:37 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:15 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 12:14 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 6:31 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:33 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 7:03 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:05 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 7:26 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8677832, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
66%
16
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
62%
22
91°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
47
92°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
46
92°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
44
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
44
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 14 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 35% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 92°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free at public beach accesses; the daily Jekyll Island access fee is collected at the causeway entrance.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (max 16-ft leash). Prohibited between South Dunes Picnic Area and 2,000 ft NE of St. Andrews Picnic Area. No on-duty lifeguards — swim at your own risk.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily Jekyll Island Authority parking pass; $15 oversized.
Address
Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Jekyll Island Beach today?
Jekyll Island Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Jekyll Island Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (max 16-ft leash). Prohibited between South Dunes Picnic Area and 2,000 ft NE of St. Andrews Picnic Area. No on-duty lifeguards — swim at your own risk.
Is there an entry fee at Jekyll Island Beach?
$10/vehicle daily Jekyll Island Authority parking pass; $15 oversized.
Are there lifeguards at Jekyll Island Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jekyll Island Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jekyll Island Beach?
Amenities at Jekyll Island Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants, bike paths, sea turtle center.
When is the water warmest at Jekyll Island Beach?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Jekyll Island Beach located?
Jekyll Island Beach is in Glynn County, GA, at Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527.
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