87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
27
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 · 41% rain · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. East wind around 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 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 7pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy. Low around 79, with temperatures rising to around 80 overnight. Southeast wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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36 Sunbathe
13 Walk
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
18 mph
E
Rain
41%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
8:31 PM
8.4 ft · in 1.2h
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa · buoy 41008
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.
- FLZ138 Flagler — Palm Coast n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:06 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:03 AM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 2:28 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:31 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:03 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:55 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:18 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:44 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 4:12 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:03 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:31 AM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 4:59 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:47 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:12 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:16 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 5:45 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:29 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:52 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:59 AM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 6:32 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 12:41 PM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 7:17 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8677832, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
47
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
29
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
61%
25
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
42
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
43
86°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
36
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 18 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
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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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS