96°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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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 · 96°F air · 79°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3pm. Sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 107. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 103. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 96°F air — heat risk — serious hydration required
- 38% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 79°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
16 /100
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10 Swim
30 Sunbathe
10 Walk
25 Fish
23 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
96°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
ENE
Rain
38%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
98°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
79°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:52 PM
4.3 ft · in 3.6h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
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
6:33 AM
Sunset
8:20 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:03 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 12:06 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 6:52 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:19 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:04 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 1:05 PM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 7:50 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:16 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 8:04 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 2:04 PM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:08 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:03 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 3:01 PM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 9:37 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:57 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:58 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 3:56 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 10:26 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 4:53 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:15 PM | High | 3.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:48 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:54 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
98°
Sunny
14%
64
97°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
32
96°
Sunny
5%
69
91°
Sunny
6%
77
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
42
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
36
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 79°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 38% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 96°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
10:10 PM - 12:10 AM
Minor
4:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Minor
6:40 PM - 7:40 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.
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