90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
65%
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Lee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Lovers Key State Park
8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
A four-island barrier-island park south of Fort Myers Beach — once reachable only by boat (hence the name; couples paddled out for privacy), now connected by causeway. Two miles of Gulf beach, manatees and dolphins regularly in Estero Bay, and trams + boardwalks haul day-users from the parking area to the sand.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
65% rain · Thunderstorms · 89°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 85 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 98. South southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. East northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 65% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 89°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
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11 Swim
26 Sunbathe
0 Walk
23 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
SSW
Rain
65%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
89°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:45 PM
0.5 ft · in 3.5h
Wave Height
1.0 ft
3s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ165)
The TBW 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.
- FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
- FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
- FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:10 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 8:52 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 3:20 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:45 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:04 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 9:47 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:07 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 10:38 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 4:49 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:25 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:28 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 5:30 PM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:41 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:18 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:13 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 11:59 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:46 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 1:11 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:02 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 6:11 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 2:09 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:02 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8725520, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
62%
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89°
Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
13
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
10
90°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
10
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
72%
13
90°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
64%
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 89°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 65% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot included in entry; tram service to the beach.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome in the park; not allowed on the Gulf beach. The Bonita Beach Dog Beach is just south along Estero Blvd.
Entry Fee
$8 per vehicle.
Address
8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Lovers Key State Park today?
Lovers Key State Park 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 Lovers Key State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome in the park; not allowed on the Gulf beach. The Bonita Beach Dog Beach is just south along Estero Blvd.
Is there an entry fee at Lovers Key State Park?
$8 per vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Lovers Key State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Lovers Key State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Lovers Key State Park?
Amenities at Lovers Key State Park include restrooms, showers, concession/restaurant, visitor center, trams, kayak/SUP rentals, boat ramp, beach wheelchairs (free).
When is the water warmest at Lovers Key State Park?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Lovers Key State Park located?
Lovers Key State Park is in Lee County, FL, at 8700 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931.
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