74°
Mostly Sunny
0%
68
Duval County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Neptune Beach
202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266
The quieter middle sibling between Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach — a 1.5-mile residential beach community with a walkable village center at Beaches Town Center. Less commercial, more local-feel; bike from one Beach to the next.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 76°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 74, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. North wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 17 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 7 at 12:56pm est until november 9 at 7:00am est by nws jacksonville fl
68 /100
good
55 Swim
79 Sunbathe
85 Walk
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued November 7 at 12:56PM EST until November 9 at 7:00AM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Northeast Florida Beaches. * WHEN...Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
74°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
13 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
44 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Jacksonville
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:11 PM
5.0 ft · in 38m
Wave Height
3.0 ft
11s · E swell
Barometer
29.93 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy 41008
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 7w ago: elevated
USGS · not a current condition
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ125)
The JAX 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.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:44 AM
Sunset
5:33 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:59 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 12:54 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:43 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 1:39 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 7:53 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:36 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:23 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 2:21 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:33 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:13 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:02 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 3:02 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:12 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:49 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:40 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:41 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:51 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:22 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:30 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:00 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:57 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 11:10 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720218, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
75°
Sunny
0%
85
75°
Sunny
1%
86
75°
Partly Sunny
3%
86
72°
Chance Rain Showers
29%
64
66°
Partly Sunny
14%
62
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking around Beaches Town Center; lots at major accesses.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round per Ord. 2023-05; off-leash swimming permitted in the ocean only.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Neptune Beach today?
Neptune 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 Neptune Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round per Ord. 2023-05; off-leash swimming permitted in the ocean only.
Is there an entry fee at Neptune Beach?
Entry to Neptune Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Neptune Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Neptune Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Neptune Beach?
Amenities at Neptune Beach include restrooms, restaurants in town center.
When is the water warmest at Neptune Beach?
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 Neptune Beach located?
Neptune Beach is in Duval County, FL, at 202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS