83°
Sunny
1%
86
Monroe County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
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.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
84°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 83. North wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 84°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
86 /100
ideal
86 Swim
85 Sunbathe
87 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
N
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
84°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
10:51 PM
1.3 ft · in 4.3h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:35 AM
Sunset
5:40 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 1:47 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 4:26 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 2:41 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 5:04 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 11:25 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:15 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 3:31 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 5:40 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:08 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 6:52 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:56 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 7:31 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:46 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 8:11 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 8:54 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
20%
75
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
76
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
17%
76
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
10%
80
82°
Chance Rain Showers
26%
72
80°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
25
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 84°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
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
Amenities
Frequently Asked
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.
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