88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
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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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 88°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 88, with temperatures falling to around 84 in the afternoon. East southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 11pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 31% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
34 /100
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25 Swim
55 Sunbathe
25 Walk
23 Fish
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
ESE
Rain
31%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:17 PM
0.5 ft · in 0m
Barometer
30.12 inHg
1020 hPa · buoy 42013
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
6:24 AM
Sunset
6:57 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:49 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 7:17 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:59 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 7:09 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 4:20 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 12:14 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 6:13 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:57 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:03 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 1:35 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 5:13 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 11:31 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:32 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:18 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:02 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:47 PM | High | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:35 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729108, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
29
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
75%
15
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
18
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
36
88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
36
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
31
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 88°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 31% 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
10:10 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
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
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