73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
St. Johns County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
St. Augustine Beach
350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
The Atlantic beach for America's oldest continuously-inhabited European city. Wide hard-packed sand (drivable in designated zones), the St. Johns County Pier, and the historic Castillo de San Marcos and Old Town 4 miles inland. Surfable.
Today's Conditions
Great day for swimming.
76°F water · 73°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 73, with temperatures falling to around 71 in the afternoon. North wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Northeast wind 7 to 12 mph.
Weather
- 73°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 76°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
81 /100
great
83 Swim
76 Sunbathe
83 Walk
73 Fish
80 Photo
Best for swimming today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
73°F
Clear
Wind
14 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
7 Good
PM10 (coarse particles) · Putnam County
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
74°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
76°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:40 PM
4.9 ft · in 7m
Wave Height
3.0 ft
11s · E swell
Water Quality
No recent sample
Last reading 2mo ago: clean
USGS · not a current condition
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ454)
The JAX 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.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
5:34 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:21 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:03 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 1:23 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 7:23 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:16 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:44 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 2:04 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:04 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:54 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:23 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:31 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:03 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:25 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:10 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:44 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 4:04 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:06 PM | High | 4.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:51 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 10:25 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 4:50 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 10:48 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720587, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
81
74°
Sunny
0%
83
75°
Sunny
1%
85
75°
Partly Sunny
4%
85
73°
Chance Rain Showers
30%
64
67°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
15%
60
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 76°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
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Minor
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots; beach-driving permit required Mar–Sep (resident daily $10, resident annual $50, non-resident annual $100 — no non-resident daily option).
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach.
Entry Fee
Beach-driving permits: resident $10/day or $50/year, non-resident $100/year. Pedestrian access free.
Address
350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at St. Augustine Beach today?
St. Augustine 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 St. Augustine Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach.
Is there an entry fee at St. Augustine Beach?
Beach-driving permits: resident $10/day or $50/year, non-resident $100/year. Pedestrian access free.
Are there lifeguards at St. Augustine Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol St. Augustine Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at St. Augustine Beach?
Amenities at St. Augustine Beach include lifeguards, pier (closed for repair through Nov 2026), restrooms, showers, restaurants, beach driving (permit).
When is the water warmest at St. Augustine 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 St. Augustine Beach located?
St. Augustine Beach is in St. Johns County, FL, at 350 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080.
Nearby Beaches
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