89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
22
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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 51% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. West wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter 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. 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
- 51% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — flood advisory issued july 12 at 9:07am cdt until july 12 at 12:00pm cdt by nws mobile al
12 /100
skip
0 Swim
35 Sunbathe
8 Walk
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Flood Advisory issued July 12 at 9:07AM CDT until July 12 at 12:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Thunderstorms and Rain
Wind
5 to 15 mph
W
Rain
51%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°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 7mo ago
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
6:56 AM
Sunset
8:54 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
83%
4
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
75%
13
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
21
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
33
92°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
35
92°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
32
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 51% 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).
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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