86°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
29%
37
Lee County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach)
27954 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
The southernmost Lee County beach — the main Bonita Beach Park has lifeguards and pavilions, but the real draw for many is the adjacent Bonita Beach Dog Beach (also called Dog Beach Park) just north of New Pass: one of the only off-leash dog beaches in Southwest Florida, with donor-funded dog showers.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 87°F water · 86°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 86. Heat index values as high as 97. South southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 81. South southeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 86°F air — ideal beach weather
- 29% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
30 /100
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18 Swim
53 Sunbathe
26 Walk
31 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
86°F
Clear
Wind
15 mph
SSW
Rain
29%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:28 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · SSE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ165)
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
6:45 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 10:00 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 10:30 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:48 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 10:54 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:06 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 11:12 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 12:00 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:18 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 6:12 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 1:12 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 7:00 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:18 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:00 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:18 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:18 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 3:06 AM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 8:54 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 4:18 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8725110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
19
87°
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
15
89°
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
37
90°
Sunny
13%
75
90°
Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
40
90°
Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
30
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lots at the main Bonita Beach Park and at Dog Beach (limited at both); street parking nearby.
Dogs
Bonita Beach Dog Beach (north of New Pass bridge) allows off-leash dogs (max 2 per visitor). Main Bonita Beach has no dogs. Pick up after pets.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
27954 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) today?
Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog 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 Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) dog-friendly?
Bonita Beach Dog Beach (north of New Pass bridge) allows off-leash dogs (max 2 per visitor). Main Bonita Beach has no dogs. Pick up after pets.
Is there an entry fee at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach)?
Entry to Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach)?
Amenities at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) include lifeguards (main beach), restrooms, showers, portable toilets (dog beach), dog showers (dog beach), kayak launch.
When is the water warmest at Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach)?
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 Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) located?
Bonita Beach (incl. Bonita Beach Dog Beach) is in Lee County, FL, at 27954 Hickory Blvd, Bonita Springs, FL 34134.
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