Miami-Dade County, FL · Atlantic Ocean

South Beach (Miami Beach)

The most photographed beach in America — Ocean Drive's Art Deco district, the iconic candy-striped lifeguard towers, palm-tree-and-turquoise-water postcard scene. Crowded, energetic, expensive. 5th to 15th Streets is the core; the beach extends 7 miles north to Haulover.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

88°F water

Water

88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure

74 /100

great

73 Swim

71 Sunbathe

82 Walk

77 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

90°F

Mostly Clear

Wind

—

Rain

Today

UV Peak

10 Very High

High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

—°F

Water

Water Temp

88°F

Swimming weather

Next High Tide

8:19 PM

2.2 ft · in 5.1h

Water Quality

Clean

6 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 6mo ago

Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference

No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ651)

The MFL 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.

FLZ168 Coastal Palm Beach — Palm Beach n/a
FLZ172 Coastal Broward — Fort Lauderdale n/a
FLZ173 Coastal Miami-Dade — Miami n/a
FLZ069 Coastal Collier — Naples and Marco Island n/a

NWS SRF · MFL · Issued Jul 12, 8:12 AM

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

8:14 PM

Moon · 5%

Waning Crescent

Spring tides — bigger range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
1:16 AM	Low	0.2 ft
7:26 AM	High	2.1 ft
1:44 PM	Low	-0.4 ft
8:19 PM	High	2.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:17 AM	Low	0.1 ft
8:25 AM	High	2.1 ft
2:44 PM	Low	-0.5 ft
9:13 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:16 AM	Low	-0.0 ft
9:23 AM	High	2.2 ft
3:42 PM	Low	-0.5 ft
10:05 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:11 AM	Low	-0.1 ft
10:18 AM	High	2.3 ft
4:35 PM	Low	-0.4 ft
10:54 PM	High	2.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:03 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
11:11 AM	High	2.3 ft
5:25 PM	Low	-0.4 ft
11:42 PM	High	2.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:54 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
12:03 PM	High	2.2 ft
6:16 PM	Low	-0.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:30 AM	High	2.2 ft
6:46 AM	Low	-0.2 ft
12:57 PM	High	2.2 ft
7:08 PM	Low	-0.1 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723214, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F

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

Beach Info

Parking

Paid municipal garages (Ocean Dr, 7th, 12th, 17th Streets) — street parking is unicorn-rare. Walk, bike, or rideshare.

Dogs

Pets prohibited on most of South Beach. Designated dog beach at 21st St (additional dog beaches at 53rd St Mid-Beach and North Beach Bark Beach).

Entry Fee

Free

Address

Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersrestaurantsshopsart deco district

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at South Beach (Miami Beach) today?

South Beach (Miami 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 South Beach (Miami Beach) dog-friendly?

Pets prohibited on most of South Beach. Designated dog beach at 21st St (additional dog beaches at 53rd St Mid-Beach and North Beach Bark Beach).

Is there an entry fee at South Beach (Miami Beach)?

Entry to South Beach (Miami Beach) is free.

Are there lifeguards at South Beach (Miami Beach)?

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

What amenities are at South Beach (Miami Beach)?

Amenities at South Beach (Miami Beach) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, art deco district.

When is the water warmest at South Beach (Miami 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 South Beach (Miami Beach) located?

South Beach (Miami Beach) is in Miami-Dade County, FL, at Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139.