92°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
12
Collier County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Marco Island Beach
490 Hernando Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145
The largest of the Ten Thousand Islands at the north edge of the Everglades — Marco's 4-mile Gulf-facing Tigertail Beach and the wider South Marco Beach. Shell-hunting is excellent; the Ten Thousand Islands National Wildlife Refuge is the boating playground next door.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 49% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 105. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. Heat index values as high as 102. East wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 49% 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
- NWS alert active — marine weather statement issued september 9 at 3:00pm edt by nws miami fl
12 /100
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0 Swim
34 Sunbathe
8 Walk
0 Fish
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Marine Alert Marine Weather Statement
Marine Weather Statement issued September 9 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Full NWS statement
The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM... Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM... At 259 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 nm north of Marco Island to 7 nm east of Cape Romano, moving west at 20 knots.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Clear
Wind
8 mph
S
Rain
49%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
89°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
1.0 ft
3s · SSE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ656)
The MFL 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.
- FLZ168 Coastal Palm Beach — Palm Beach n/a
- FLZ172 Coastal Broward — Fort Lauderdale n/a
- FLZ173 Coastal Miami-Dade — Miami n/a
- FLZ069 Coastal Collier — Naples and Marco Island n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:10 AM
Sunset
7:38 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:07 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 5:25 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 11:40 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 6:08 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:27 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 6:11 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 12:26 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 6:48 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 6:55 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 1:09 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 7:26 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:14 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 7:38 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 1:53 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 8:02 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:40 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 8:21 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 2:38 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 8:37 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:08 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 9:04 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 3:25 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:10 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:38 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 9:49 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 4:16 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 9:40 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8725110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
61%
16
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
10
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
7
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
80%
13
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
68%
17
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
14
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
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 49% 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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lots at Tigertail Beach and South Marco Beach.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Marco Island beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
490 Hernando Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Marco Island Beach today?
Marco 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Marco Island Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Marco Island beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Marco Island Beach?
Entry to Marco Island Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Marco Island Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Marco Island Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Marco Island Beach?
Amenities at Marco Island Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, kayak rentals (Tigertail), concession.
When is the water warmest at Marco Island Beach?
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 Marco Island Beach located?
Marco Island Beach is in Collier County, FL, at 490 Hernando Dr, Marco Island, FL 34145.
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