90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
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Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Sebastian Inlet State Park
9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
A 3-mile barrier-island park straddling the inlet between Brevard and Indian River counties — Florida's most famous surf break (First Peak / Monster Hole) is on the north jetty. Snook and redfish fishing on the inlet, the McLarty Treasure Museum on-site, and lifeguards on the inlet-side swimming beach in summer.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 85°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 37% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued september 9 at 11:18am edt until september 9 at 8:00pm edt by nws melbourne fl
17 /100
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0 Swim
46 Sunbathe
18 Walk
0 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.8 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued September 9 at 11:18AM EDT until September 9 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through early this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
37%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:18 PM
4.5 ft · in 1m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
9s · ENE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ552)
The MLB 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.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:04 AM
Sunset
7:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:44 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:45 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 12:49 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:18 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:39 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 1:45 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:06 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:30 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 2:36 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:51 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:58 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 9:16 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:32 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:37 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:59 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 4:10 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:12 PM | High | 3.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:17 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:42 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:57 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 10:53 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:26 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:49 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:36 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
30
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
26
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
16
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
27
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
40
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
26
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 85°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 37% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large paved lots on both sides of the inlet bridge; included in entrance fee.
Dogs
Leashed dogs (6-ft max) permitted in the campground and developed areas; not allowed on the beach or in the water.
Entry Fee
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Address
9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sebastian Inlet State Park today?
Sebastian Inlet 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. 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 Sebastian Inlet State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs (6-ft max) permitted in the campground and developed areas; not allowed on the beach or in the water.
Is there an entry fee at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Are there lifeguards at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sebastian Inlet State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
Amenities at Sebastian Inlet State Park include lifeguards (Memorial Day–Labor Day), restrooms, showers, concession, campground, boat ramp, fishing jetty, museum.
When is the water warmest at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Sebastian Inlet State Park located?
Sebastian Inlet State Park is in Brevard County, FL, at 9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS