Miramar Beach

Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

Just east of Destin — gateway to the 30A beach communities. Wider, less commercial, with the Silver Sands outlets behind and the start of the South Walton beach county. The crowd-tested family Gulf beach option that's a step above Destin in privacy and a step below 30A in price.

Stay 67 Eats & Drinks 14 Shops 2 Charters & Tours 2

Skip the beach today.

Thunderstorms · 88°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 102. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am and 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. East southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
  • 25% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

  • 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

  • Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
  • Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
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12 Swim
53 Sunbathe
27 Walk
30 Photo

Best for sunbathing today

Air Temp
91°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
ESE
Rain
25%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:54 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.6h
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · TAE · FLZ108 · Issued Sep 9, 11:46 AM
Barometer
30.12 inHg
1020 hPa · buoy 42013
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
6:59 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
10:33 AM High 1.7 ft
8:54 PM Low 0.5 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729840, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Sep 9
91°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

25%
27
Thu Sep 10
88°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

53%
25
Fri Sep 11
88°

Showers And Thunderstorms

76%
14
Sat Sep 12
88°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

70%
15
Sun Sep 13
89°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

30%
37
Mon Sep 14
90°

Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

26%
38
Tue Sep 15
90°

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

44%
28
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
  • critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Limited public access — Pompano Joe's, Whales Tail public beach, Frangista Beach. Resident/rental permit required at many neighborhood accesses.

Dogs

Pets generally prohibited on Walton County beaches. Walton County residents and property owners may obtain a $40 annual permit allowing dogs 3:30 PM – 8:30 AM on leash year-round.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

lifeguards at staffed accessesrestroomsshowersrestaurants nearby
Is it safe to swim at Miramar Beach today?

Miramar 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 Miramar Beach dog-friendly?

Pets generally prohibited on Walton County beaches. Walton County residents and property owners may obtain a $40 annual permit allowing dogs 3:30 PM – 8:30 AM on leash year-round.

Is there an entry fee at Miramar Beach?

Entry to Miramar Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Miramar Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Miramar Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Miramar Beach?

Amenities at Miramar Beach include lifeguards at staffed accesses, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby.

When is the water warmest at Miramar 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 Miramar Beach located?

Miramar Beach is in Walton County, FL, at Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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