Sarasota County, FL · Gulf of Mexico

Siesta Key Beach

Famous for its 99% quartz sand — chemically pure, brilliantly white, and cool to the touch even in summer because quartz reflects heat rather than absorbing it. Repeatedly named Dr. Beach's top US beach. Family-friendly, gentle Gulf surf, and a small village (Siesta Key Village) at the north end.

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Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

Thunderstorms · 45% rain · 87°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 99. Southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. East northeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Weather

89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
45% rain — rain likely at some point

Water

87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach

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24 Swim

45 Sunbathe

15 Walk

28 Photo

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

89°F

Heavy Rain

Wind

8 mph

Rain

45%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM

Tomorrow

90°F

Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

87°F

Swimming weather

Next Low Tide

8:25 PM

0.4 ft · in 1.1h

Wave Height

1.0 ft

3s · SSE swell

Barometer

29.90 inHg

1013 hPa · buoy 42022

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ853)

The TBW 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.

FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a

NWS SRF · TBW · Issued Sep 9, 4:00 AM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

7:42 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
2:41 AM	High	1.9 ft
6:58 AM	Low	1.4 ft
1:14 PM	High	2.8 ft
8:25 PM	Low	0.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:49 AM	High	1.9 ft
7:50 AM	Low	1.1 ft
2:06 PM	High	2.7 ft
8:54 PM	Low	0.6 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:57 AM	High	2.0 ft
8:38 AM	Low	0.9 ft
2:54 PM	High	2.6 ft
9:20 PM	Low	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:08 AM	High	2.2 ft
9:24 AM	Low	0.7 ft
3:42 PM	High	2.4 ft
9:43 PM	Low	1.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:25 AM	High	2.3 ft
10:08 AM	Low	0.6 ft
4:32 PM	High	2.2 ft
10:04 PM	Low	1.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:47 AM	High	2.5 ft
10:54 AM	Low	0.5 ft
5:24 PM	High	2.0 ft
10:21 PM	Low	1.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:13 AM	High	2.6 ft
11:41 AM	Low	0.4 ft
6:24 PM	High	1.8 ft
10:32 PM	Low	1.5 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726520, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Sep 9

89°

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

45%

Thu Sep 10

90°

Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

43%

Fri Sep 11

89°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

63%

Sat Sep 12

90°

Showers And Thunderstorms

76%

Sun Sep 13

90°

Showers And Thunderstorms

76%

Mon Sep 14

90°

Isolated Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

63%

Tue Sep 15

90°

Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

61%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 45% 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

Free public lot at Siesta Key Public Beach (fills early on weekends); metered street parking near the village.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited on Siesta Key Beach. Dog beach at Brohard Paw Park (Venice, 15 minutes south).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242

Amenities

lifeguardsrestaurantsrestroomsshowersconcession

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Siesta Key Beach today?

Siesta Key Beach 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 Siesta Key Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited on Siesta Key Beach. Dog beach at Brohard Paw Park (Venice, 15 minutes south).

Is there an entry fee at Siesta Key Beach?

Entry to Siesta Key Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Siesta Key Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Siesta Key Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Siesta Key Beach?

Amenities at Siesta Key Beach include lifeguards, restaurants, restrooms, showers, concession.

When is the water warmest at Siesta Key Beach?

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 Siesta Key Beach located?

Siesta Key Beach is in Sarasota County, FL, at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242.