89°
Mostly Sunny
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Escambia County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Pensacola Beach
735 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
The flagship Gulf Islands National Seashore beach on Santa Rosa Island — sugar-white quartz sand, emerald-clear Gulf water, and the Blue Angels Naval Air Squadron flies overhead from NAS Pensacola most days. Quietwater Boardwalk has shops, bars, and the iconic Pensacola Beach sign.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
88°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 7pm and 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
74 /100
great
74 Swim
70 Sunbathe
81 Walk
64 Fish
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 15 mph
SE
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:54 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.6h
Barometer
30.12 inHg
1020 hPa · buoy 42013
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ634)
The MOB 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.
- ALZ265 Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal — Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, n/a
- FLZ202 Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal — Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Navarre Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:29 AM
Sunset
7:02 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:33 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 8:54 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:39 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 9:13 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:59 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 8:38 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:51 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 8:14 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 10:18 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:12 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 11:27 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:39 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:32 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729840, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
61%
21
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
81%
10
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
13
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
35
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
42
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
32
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°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
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
5:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lots at Casino Beach, Park East, Park West, and Quietwater Beach. Toll bridge from Gulf Breeze: $1 per car.
Dogs
Pets prohibited on most of Pensacola Beach. Designated dog beaches at parking lots 21E (Park West) and 28B (Park East).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
735 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Pensacola Beach today?
Pensacola 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 Pensacola Beach dog-friendly?
Pets prohibited on most of Pensacola Beach. Designated dog beaches at parking lots 21E (Park West) and 28B (Park East).
Is there an entry fee at Pensacola Beach?
Entry to Pensacola Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pensacola Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Pensacola Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Pensacola Beach?
Amenities at Pensacola Beach include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, restrooms, showers, boardwalk, shops.
When is the water warmest at Pensacola 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 Pensacola Beach located?
Pensacola Beach is in Escambia County, FL, at 735 Pensacola Beach Blvd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS