87°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
46
Palm Beach County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Delray Beach
340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483
A 2-mile-long public beach at the heart of one of Florida's most walkable beach towns — Atlantic Avenue runs from the beach into a downtown of restaurants and galleries. Wide sand, clean water, gentle surf. The default South Florida polished-but-not-snobby beach town.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 85°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Sunny, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 100. Southeast wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 83. Southeast wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 30% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 85°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
42 /100
ok
32 Swim
67 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 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
87°F
Clear
Wind
9 to 13 mph
SE
Rain
30%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:06 PM
2.7 ft · in 3.4h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:28 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:13 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 11:26 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:06 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
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87°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
53
87°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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87°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
53
88°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 30% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking on A1A and paid municipal lots near Atlantic Ave. Free lot at Anchor Park to the south.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Delray Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Delray Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Delray Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Delray Beach?
Entry to Delray Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Delray Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Delray Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Delray Beach?
Amenities at Delray Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, shops nearby.
When is the water warmest at Delray 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 Delray Beach located?
Delray Beach is in Palm Beach County, FL, at 340 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL 33483.
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