88°
Partly Sunny
8%
79
Palm Beach County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach)
6415 N Ocean Blvd, Ocean Ridge, FL 33435
Boynton Beach's ocean park is actually in the Town of Ocean Ridge — a quiet residential stretch with a boardwalk through the dunes, full-day lifeguards, and the monthly "Oceanfront Bark" dog mornings (3rd Saturday, Nov–Feb). Sea turtle nesting March–October.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
85°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 3am and 4am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Heat index values as high as 100. Southeast wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
75 /100
great
75 Swim
71 Sunbathe
82 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking 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
88°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
14 mph
SE
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°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 (AMZ650)
The MFL 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.
- FLZ168 Coastal Palm Beach — Palm Beach n/a
- FLZ172 Coastal Broward — Fort Lauderdale n/a
- FLZ173 Coastal Miami-Dade — Miami n/a
- FLZ069 Coastal Collier — Naples and Marco Island n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:37 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:50 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:02 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 6:09 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:22 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 6:41 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 12:56 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 7:06 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:09 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 7:32 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 1:51 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 8:03 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:56 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 8:22 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 2:48 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 8:59 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 9:11 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 3:45 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 9:54 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:40 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 10:01 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:41 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 10:49 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:34 AM | High | 2.1 ft |
| 10:51 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 5:34 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:42 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8722670, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
29
90°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
36%
23
89°
Mostly Sunny
9%
77
89°
Sunny
11%
77
89°
Sunny
8%
78
89°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 14 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot: $5/vehicle May 1–Nov 15; $10/vehicle Nov 16–April 30. Free during Oceanfront Bark events.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited except during Oceanfront Bark events (3rd Saturday 9am–noon, Nov–Feb).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
6415 N Ocean Blvd, Ocean Ridge, FL 33435
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) today?
Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton 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 Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited except during Oceanfront Bark events (3rd Saturday 9am–noon, Nov–Feb).
Is there an entry fee at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach)?
Entry to Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach)?
Amenities at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) include lifeguards (9am–5pm), restrooms, showers, boardwalk, pavilions, playground.
When is the water warmest at Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton 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 Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) located?
Oceanfront Park Beach (Boynton Beach) is in Palm Beach County, FL, at 6415 N Ocean Blvd, Ocean Ridge, FL 33435.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS