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Escambia County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Perdido Key State Park
15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
A 290-acre undeveloped barrier-island park on the Florida–Alabama line west of Pensacola — sugar-white quartz sand, sea oats, and the federally-threatened Perdido Key beach mouse. No development, no commercial noise; the Gulf Islands National Seashore Johnson Beach unit adjoins to the east.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
88°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. East wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 1am 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 less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
77 /100
great
78 Swim
73 Sunbathe
82 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 15 mph
E
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
8:54 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.6h
Barometer
30.15 inHg
1021 hPa · buoy 42012
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ633)
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
6:31 AM
Sunset
7:03 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 then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
20
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
82%
13
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
81%
13
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
36
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
37
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
31
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Park lots included in entry; no shade.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed on the North Trail; not on the beach.
Entry Fee
$3 per vehicle.
Address
15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Perdido Key State Park today?
Perdido Key State Park 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 Perdido Key State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed on the North Trail; not on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Perdido Key State Park?
$3 per vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Perdido Key State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Perdido Key State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Perdido Key State Park?
Amenities at Perdido Key State Park include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, beach wheelchairs (free), boardwalks.
When is the water warmest at Perdido Key State Park?
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 Perdido Key State Park located?
Perdido Key State Park is in Escambia County, FL, at 15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507.
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