82°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
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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
Mixed conditions today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 67% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 82. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 9pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 9pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 11pm and 2am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between 2am and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Northeast wind 16 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 67% rain — rain likely at some point
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 11:14am edt until june 4 at 2:00pm edt by nws miami fl
39 /100
ok
53 Sunbathe
19 Walk
28 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.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 11:14AM EDT until June 4 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Miami FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 5 to 7 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL out 20 NM and Waters from Deerfield Beach to Ocean Reef FL from 20 to 60 NM excluding the territorial waters of Bahamas. * WHEN...From 6 PM Wednesday to 2 PM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
67%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
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
6:28 AM
Sunset
8:09 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:35 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:39 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 5:48 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
32%
43
82°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
19%
79
83°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
59
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
52
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
38
86°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
74%
18
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 67% chance of rain
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS