87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
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Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)
2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
A quiet Brevard County barrier-island town just south of Indian Harbour Beach. Spessard Holland South Beach Park anchors public access — free parking, seasonal lifeguards, dune crossovers, pavilions, and outdoor showers. Town ordinance bans dogs on the beach.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 84°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. East wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 3am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. East southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 37% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued september 9 at 11:18am edt until september 9 at 8:00pm edt by nws melbourne fl
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0 Swim
46 Sunbathe
19 Walk
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued September 9 at 11:18AM EDT until September 9 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through early this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
37%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:18 PM
4.5 ft · in 1m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
9s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ552)
The MLB 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.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:04 AM
Sunset
7:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:44 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:45 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 12:49 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:18 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:39 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 1:45 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:06 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:30 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 2:36 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:51 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:58 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:16 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:32 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:37 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:59 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 4:10 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:12 PM | High | 3.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:42 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:57 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:53 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:26 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:49 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:36 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
32
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
28
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
61%
18
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
50%
28
87°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
41
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
28
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 37% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lots at Spessard Holland North and South parks (2525 and 2545 S Hwy A1A).
Dogs
No animals permitted on any public park or beach in the Town of Melbourne Beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) today?
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) 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 Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) dog-friendly?
No animals permitted on any public park or beach in the Town of Melbourne Beach.
Is there an entry fee at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Entry to Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Amenities at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, pavilions, dune crossovers, drinking fountains.
When is the water warmest at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
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 Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) located?
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) is in Brevard County, FL, at 2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951.
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