88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
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Gulf County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Cape San Blas (Salinas Park)
240 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
The hook of land jutting into the Gulf at Florida's Forgotten Coast — Salinas Park sits at the base of Cape San Blas with both gulfside and bayside access. Long stretches of empty white sand, pet-friendly (a Gulf County point of pride), and the calm bay side for kayaking. The Cape itself is a dark-sky stargazing destination.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 52% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 103. South southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 2am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. Heat index values as high as 100. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 52% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — special marine warning issued july 18 at 4:25pm edt until july 18 at 5:30pm edt by nws tallahassee fl
15 /100
skip
0 Swim
41 Sunbathe
11 Walk
28 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.
Weather alert in effect
Special Marine Warning issued July 18 at 4:25PM EDT until July 18 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
SSE
Rain
52%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.0 ft
WNW swell
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ752)
The TAE 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.
- FLZ108 South Walton — Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, Moderate
- FLZ112 Coastal Bay — Panama City Beach and Magnolia Beach Moderate
- FLZ114 Coastal Gulf — Saint Joe Beach W Facing Beaches
- FLZ115 Coastal Franklin — Apalachicola Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Sunset
8:42 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:50 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:15 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 1:53 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:12 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:26 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 2:55 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:27 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 4:07 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:15 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:03 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 5:23 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 6:41 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:04 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 7:48 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:43 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 8:39 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8728690, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
66%
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86°
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81%
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Showers And Thunderstorms
81%
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88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
58%
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88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
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87°
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47%
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 52% rain chance
- 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
Free park lot.
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on all Gulf County beaches (except inside St. Joseph Peninsula State Park). 20+ pet waste stations along the public accesses.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
240 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) today?
Cape San Blas (Salinas 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 Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on all Gulf County beaches (except inside St. Joseph Peninsula State Park). 20+ pet waste stations along the public accesses.
Is there an entry fee at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park)?
Entry to Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park)?
Amenities at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) include restrooms, playground, covered picnic tables, grills, pet waste stations.
When is the water warmest at Cape San Blas (Salinas Park)?
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 Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) located?
Cape San Blas (Salinas Park) is in Gulf County, FL, at 240 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456.
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