81°
Mostly Sunny
10%
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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
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 83°F water · 81°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 81. North wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 69. North wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued november 6 at 11:56pm est until november 9 at 2:00am est by nws melbourne fl
65 /100
good
49 Swim
78 Sunbathe
83 Walk
44 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 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 November 6 at 11:56PM EST until November 9 at 2:00AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Beaches of Volusia, Indian River, Saint Lucie, Martin, and Brevard Counties. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
10 to 15 mph
N
Rain
10%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
36 Good
Ozone · Melbourne
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.6 ft
12s · ENE swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 10mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
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
6:37 AM
Sunset
5:33 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:06 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 12:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:15 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:16 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:48 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:57 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:27 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:05 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 2:26 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:14 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 3:04 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 8:53 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 9:21 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 3:45 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 4:31 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 10:16 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Sunny
1%
86
80°
Mostly Sunny
3%
86
80°
Mostly Sunny
8%
85
79°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
50
77°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
71
74°
Chance Rain Showers
34%
63
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 83°F
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
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 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