87°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
43%
25
Manatee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)
4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
The flagship public beach in the middle of Anna Maria Island — at the foot of the Manatee Avenue bridge from Bradenton, with full-day lifeguard staffing 365 days a year and a free parking lot. The Cafe at the Beach concession is on the sand; the Beach House Waterfront Restaurant next door has been there since the 60s.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 43% rain · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 97. South wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 80. South southeast wind 12 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 43% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
21 /100
skip
15 Swim
37 Sunbathe
13 Walk
25 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.6 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
87°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
17 mph
S
Rain
43%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ853)
The TBW 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.
- FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
- FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
- FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:29 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 11:29 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 5:34 PM | High | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:28 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:47 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 12:38 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 6:36 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:12 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 1:51 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:46 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:23 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 7:44 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 3:10 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 9:29 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 8:22 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 4:32 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:08 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 5:49 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:02 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 6:52 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8726520, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
68%
8
88°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
74%
4
89°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
26
89°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
37
90°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
39
90°
Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 43% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free parking lot (with ADA spaces); accessed from 29th, 41st, or 42nd St.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Manatee County public beaches (Manatee Public Beach included). Only Palma Sola Causeway Park (9000 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton) allows pets.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) today?
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) 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 Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Manatee County public beaches (Manatee Public Beach included). Only Palma Sola Causeway Park (9000 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton) allows pets.
Is there an entry fee at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Entry to Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
Amenities at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) include lifeguards (year-round), restrooms, showers, concession, playground, picnic pavilions, volleyball, restaurants.
When is the water warmest at Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island)?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) located?
Manatee Public Beach (Anna Maria Island) is in Manatee County, FL, at 4000 Gulf Dr, Holmes Beach, FL 34217.
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