73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
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Bay County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Panama City Beach
600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Twenty-seven miles of white sand and emerald Gulf — the spring break and summer family scene of the Florida Panhandle. Pier Park is the central hub with shops, restaurants, the City Pier, and condo towers. St. Andrews State Park at the east end is the quiet alternative.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
79°F water · 73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. North northwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 52. North wind around 10 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
81 /100
great
81 Swim
80 Sunbathe
85 Walk
77 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.8 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
NNW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
20 Good
Ozone · Bay and Gulf Counties
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:37 PM
1.6 ft · in 1.1h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
6s · N swell
Barometer
30.01 inHg
1016 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 Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:02 AM
Sunset
4:51 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:27 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:37 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:16 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:51 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:04 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 8:19 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:52 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:56 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:39 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:25 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:26 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:07 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:12 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729108, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
83
75°
Sunny
0%
85
74°
Sunny
0%
86
74°
Partly Sunny
5%
85
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
21%
62
65°
Sunny
2%
61
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
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
8:50 PM - 10:50 PM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid public lots at Pier Park and major accesses; metered street parking along Front Beach Rd.
Dogs
Pets generally prohibited on Bay County public beaches. Designated 400-ft Dog Beach just west of Russell-Fields City Pier near Pier Park; leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Panama City Beach today?
Panama City 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 Panama City Beach dog-friendly?
Pets generally prohibited on Bay County public beaches. Designated 400-ft Dog Beach just west of Russell-Fields City Pier near Pier Park; leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Panama City Beach?
Entry to Panama City Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Panama City Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Panama City Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Panama City Beach?
Amenities at Panama City Beach include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, shops, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at Panama City 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 Panama City Beach located?
Panama City Beach is in Bay County, FL, at 600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS