88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
26
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 · 45% rain · 89°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 103. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. Heat index values as high as 100. West southwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 45% 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 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
23 /100
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13 Swim
39 Sunbathe
13 Walk
27 Fish
26 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 15 mph
WSW
Rain
45%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
89°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:17 PM
-0.6 ft · in 7.0h
Barometer
30.16 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
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 Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:49 AM
Sunset
8:45 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:56 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 10:17 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:44 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 9:08 AM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 2:04 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 11:11 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:12 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 10:01 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 3:07 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 7:35 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:05 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 4:08 PM | High | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:44 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 7:52 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:06 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 5:09 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:20 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:05 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 12:59 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 6:09 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:50 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:15 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 1:53 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8728690, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
76%
7
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms
78%
6
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
37
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
18%
39
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
32
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
26
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 89°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 45% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°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
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
7:10 PM - 8:10 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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