87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
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Glynn County, GA · Atlantic Ocean
St. Simons Island Beach
East Beach Causeway, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
The largest of Georgia's Golden Isles — a wooded barrier island with a charming village near the St. Simons Lighthouse, miles of bike paths, and a Spanish-moss-and-live-oak character distinct from typical beach towns. Beach is on the east side; the village faces the sound.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 41% rain · 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. East wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy. Low around 78, with temperatures rising to around 79 overnight. Southeast wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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39 Sunbathe
14 Walk
16 Fish
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
17 mph
E
Rain
41%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
7:52 PM
8.2 ft · in 35m
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa · buoy 41008
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GAZ154)
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
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:29 AM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 1:51 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 7:52 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:20 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 2:44 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 8:39 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:11 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:07 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 3:33 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 9:24 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:52 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:52 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 4:19 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:08 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:31 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:36 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 5:02 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:07 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:19 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 5:44 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 11:35 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:43 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 12:03 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 6:26 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8677344, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
32
88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
24
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
60%
20
88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
32
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
32
87°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
26
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% 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
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
11:20 AM - 1:20 PM
Minor
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking near East Beach and Massengale Park.
Dogs
Memorial Day through Labor Day, dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM between 16th St and Mallery St (East Beach south to pier). Otherwise off-leash year-round if under immediate control; 10-ft leash if not. Clean up required.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
East Beach Causeway, St. Simons Island, GA 31522
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at St. Simons Island Beach today?
St. Simons Island 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. Simons Island Beach dog-friendly?
Memorial Day through Labor Day, dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM between 16th St and Mallery St (East Beach south to pier). Otherwise off-leash year-round if under immediate control; 10-ft leash if not. Clean up required.
Is there an entry fee at St. Simons Island Beach?
Entry to St. Simons Island Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at St. Simons Island Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol St. Simons Island 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. Simons Island Beach?
Amenities at St. Simons Island Beach include lifeguards (seasonal at East Beach), restrooms at Massengale and Coast Guard Beach, restaurants in village, lighthouse, pier.
When is the water warmest at St. Simons Island 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. Simons Island Beach located?
St. Simons Island Beach is in Glynn County, GA, at East Beach Causeway, St. Simons Island, GA 31522.
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