89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
25
Bay County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Mexico Beach
201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
A tiny self-described "Unforgettable Coast" town east of Panama City — wiped flat by Hurricane Michael in 2018 and rebuilding ever since. Wide, quiet white-sand beach, no high-rises by ordinance, and a slower vibe than anything else on this stretch. The municipal pier was destroyed in Michael; reconstruction targeted for 2027.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 100. East southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 37% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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21 Swim
48 Sunbathe
19 Walk
20 Fish
29 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind
10 mph
ESE
Rain
37%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:31 PM
0.3 ft · in 3.2h
Barometer
30.13 inHg
1020 hPa · buoy 42039
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ751)
The TAE 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.
- FLZ108 South Walton — Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, Moderate
- FLZ112 Coastal Bay — Panama City Beach and Magnolia Beach Moderate
- FLZ114 Coastal Gulf — Saint Joe Beach W Facing Beaches
- FLZ115 Coastal Franklin — Apalachicola High
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:23 AM
Sunset
6:55 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:42 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 9:17 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 2:47 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 10:31 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:52 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:02 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 3:47 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 11:07 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:59 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 10:49 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 4:44 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 11:37 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:07 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:37 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 5:40 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 11:59 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:17 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 12:22 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:35 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 5:32 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 1:02 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:33 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:28 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 5:52 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 1:42 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:48 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8728690, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
50%
25
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
15
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
18
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
29
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
24
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
22
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 37% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°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
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Minor
5:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free public access points and parking spaces along Hwy 98 (37th Street is a main one).
Dogs
No animals on the beach east of Canal Parkway. West of Canal Parkway is exempt from the ban.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mexico Beach today?
Mexico 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 Mexico Beach dog-friendly?
No animals on the beach east of Canal Parkway. West of Canal Parkway is exempt from the ban.
Is there an entry fee at Mexico Beach?
Entry to Mexico Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Mexico Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mexico Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mexico Beach?
Amenities at Mexico Beach include restrooms at accesses, showers at accesses.
When is the water warmest at Mexico 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 Mexico Beach located?
Mexico Beach is in Bay County, FL, at 201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410.
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