91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
45
Monroe County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Bahia Honda State Park
36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043
One of the few sandy-bottom beaches in the Florida Keys — most of the Keys have rocky or mangrove shoreline, but Bahia Honda has three actual sand beaches with calm shallow water. Snorkel reef just offshore, historic Henry Flagler railroad bridge ruins overhead. Consistently named a top US beach.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 83. Southeast wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 20% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
45 /100
ok
56 Sunbathe
31 Walk
32 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.7 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
91°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
10 mph
SE
Rain
20%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–02 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
90°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
10:26 PM
0.3 ft · in 1.4h
Water Quality
Clean
31 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
8:15 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 9:45 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 4:54 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 10:26 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:01 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 10:52 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 5:45 PM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 11:08 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:13 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 12:02 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:39 PM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 11:50 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:45 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 1:15 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:13 PM | High | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:33 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:25 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 2:31 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:10 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 3:49 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 8:58 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 4:57 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8723970, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
47
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
49
90°
Sunny
5%
78
89°
Sunny
4%
76
90°
Sunny
6%
77
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
19%
47
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
State park lots; arrive by 10 AM in winter, earlier in summer. Park can fill and close.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed in other park areas and at the campground.
Entry Fee
$8/vehicle (2-8 people); $4 single occupant.
Address
36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bahia Honda State Park today?
Bahia Honda State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Bahia Honda State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed in other park areas and at the campground.
Is there an entry fee at Bahia Honda State Park?
$8/vehicle (2-8 people); $4 single occupant.
Are there lifeguards at Bahia Honda State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Bahia Honda State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Bahia Honda State Park?
Amenities at Bahia Honda State Park include restrooms, showers, snack bar, kayak rentals, snorkel rentals, campground.
When is the water warmest at Bahia Honda State Park?
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 Bahia Honda State Park located?
Bahia Honda State Park is in Monroe County, FL, at 36850 Overseas Hwy, Big Pine Key, FL 33043.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS