87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
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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
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 82°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 87, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 100. East wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy. Low around 78, with temperatures rising to around 79 overnight. Southeast wind 8 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 34% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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28 Swim
47 Sunbathe
20 Walk
21 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
16 mph
E
Rain
34%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–01 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
7:33 PM
5.9 ft · in 16m
Wave Height
1.6 ft
9s · ENE swell
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.
- FLZ138 Flagler — Palm Coast n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:06 AM
Sunset
7:38 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:59 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:08 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 1:10 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 7:33 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:48 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 7:59 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 2:03 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:21 PM | High | 5.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:32 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 8:47 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 2:53 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:08 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:14 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 9:34 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:41 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:53 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:55 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:18 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:28 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:37 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:36 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:03 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 5:16 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:21 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:19 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:47 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720587, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
40
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
72%
16
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
68%
17
88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
37
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
36
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
33
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 16 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 34% rain chance
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
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 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.
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