80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
68
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
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 78°F water · 80°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. North wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 72. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 6 at 11:56pm est until november 9 at 2:00am est by nws melbourne fl
68 /100
good
55 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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 November 6 at 11:56PM EST until November 9 at 2:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Beaches of Volusia, Indian River, Saint Lucie, Martin, and Brevard Counties. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
80°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
N
Rain
3%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
36 Good
Ozone · Melbourne
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.0 ft
11s · E swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 5mo ago: above threshold
USGS · not a current condition
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
6:37 AM
Sunset
5:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:06 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 12:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:15 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:16 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:48 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:57 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:27 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:05 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 2:26 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:14 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 3:04 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 8:53 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:21 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:45 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 4:31 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 10:16 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Sunny
0%
83
80°
Sunny
2%
83
80°
Mostly Sunny
7%
86
80°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
51
78°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
72
74°
Chance Rain Showers
32%
56
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
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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