88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
52
Broward County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Fort Lauderdale Beach
1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
A 7-mile stretch of South Florida beach with the central beachfront Promenade redesigned in the 1980s into the wave-shaped wall that everyone photographs. Bars, restaurants, hotels along A1A. Spring break's historic capital, now more polished. Water is the unmistakable South Florida turquoise.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 100. Southeast wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly clear, with a low around 84. Southeast wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 25% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 12 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
53 /100
ok
67 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.8 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
Mostly Clear
Wind
9 to 13 mph
SE
Rain
25%
Today
UV Peak
12 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~17m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
6:53 PM
1.9 ft · in 4.2h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ651)
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
6:29 AM
Sunset
8:16 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:07 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 12:28 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 6:53 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
52
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
59
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
59
88°
Sunny
14%
84
89°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
29
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 12 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 9 to 13 mph wind
- 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 municipal lots and metered street parking. Hotels and restaurants validate.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on most of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Designated Canine Beach (lifeguard tower 16 to 100 yds north of Sunrise Blvd) operates Fri–Sun 3 PM–7/9 PM with paid permit ($7 weekend; $30 resident / $45 non-resident annual).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Fort Lauderdale Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Fort Lauderdale Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Fort Lauderdale Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on most of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Designated Canine Beach (lifeguard tower 16 to 100 yds north of Sunrise Blvd) operates Fri–Sun 3 PM–7/9 PM with paid permit ($7 weekend; $30 resident / $45 non-resident annual).
Is there an entry fee at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Entry to Fort Lauderdale Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Fort Lauderdale Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Fort Lauderdale Beach?
Amenities at Fort Lauderdale Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, bars, promenade.
When is the water warmest at Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale Beach located?
Fort Lauderdale Beach is in Broward County, FL, at 1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
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