89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
22
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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 49% rain
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 80. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 49% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — special weather statement issued july 12 at 9:45am cdt by nws mobile al
12 /100
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0 Swim
34 Sunbathe
9 Walk
0 Fish
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Special Weather Statement issued July 12 at 9:45AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 9:07AM CDT until July 12 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Special Marine Warning issued July 12 at 9:00AM CDT until July 12 at 10:30AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Thunderstorms and Rain
Wind
5 to 15 mph
SW
Rain
49%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:24 PM
-0.4 ft · in 6.2h
Barometer
30.15 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
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
6:55 AM
Sunset
8:52 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:40 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 9:24 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:42 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:19 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:42 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 11:05 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:37 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 11:41 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 3:00 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 11:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729840, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
83%
4
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
76%
12
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
23
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
34
93°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
34
93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
29
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 49% rain chance
- 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
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
7:20 PM - 8:20 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.
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