Sombrero Beach

411 Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon, FL 33050

Marathon's flagship free city beach — a wide curve of imported sand at the end of Sombrero Beach Road, palm-shaded picnic pavilions, and one of the most reliable sea-turtle nesting beaches in the Middle Keys (May–October). Quiet, family-oriented, with shallow protected water.

Skip the beach today.

Thunderstorms · 90°F water

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

Tonight

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Weather

  • 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
  • 36% rain — pop-up showers possible

Water

  • 90°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
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17 Swim
44 Sunbathe
18 Walk
28 Photo

Best for sunbathing today

Air Temp
91°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
36%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water Temp
90°F
Swimming weather
Sunrise
7:08 AM
Sunset
7:35 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
2:35 AM High 0.9 ft
4:48 AM Low 0.8 ft
12:07 PM High 1.3 ft
6:09 PM Low 0.6 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Sep 9
91°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

36%
25
Thu Sep 10
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

49%
24
Fri Sep 11
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

41%
28
Sat Sep 12
91°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

61%
15
Sun Sep 13
90°

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

46%
25
Mon Sep 14
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

47%
25
Tue Sep 15
90°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

63%
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  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 90°F
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 36% rain chance
  • critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

License-plate paid parking: $5/hour first 2 hours, $2/hour after.

Dogs

Leashed dogs welcome. Owners must pick up after pets.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

411 Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon, FL 33050

restroomsshowerspicnic pavilionsvolleyball courtsplaygroundkayak launch
Is it safe to swim at Sombrero Beach today?

Sombrero 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. 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 Sombrero Beach dog-friendly?

Leashed dogs welcome. Owners must pick up after pets.

Is there an entry fee at Sombrero Beach?

Entry to Sombrero Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Sombrero Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Sombrero Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Sombrero Beach?

Amenities at Sombrero Beach include restrooms, showers, picnic pavilions, volleyball courts, playground, kayak launch.

When is the water warmest at Sombrero Beach?

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 Sombrero Beach located?

Sombrero Beach is in Monroe County, FL, at 411 Sombrero Beach Rd, Marathon, FL 33050.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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