90°
Sunny
8%
70
Glynn County, GA · Atlantic Ocean
Jekyll Island Beach
Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
One of Georgia's Golden Isles — a state-owned barrier island whose historic district was the winter retreat of Rockefellers, Morgans, and Vanderbilts. Ten miles of beach including Driftwood Beach (a salt-bleached driftwood graveyard) at the north end and quieter family beaches at the central pavilion area. Sea turtle nesting site.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Hot — hydrate and seek shade
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 88 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 103. Southeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 6 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
67 /100
good
60 Sunbathe
77 Walk
74 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Clear
Wind
17 mph
SE
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–02 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 04 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Wave Height
2.3 ft
SSE swell
Barometer
30.00 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
9 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ450)
The JAX 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.
- FLZ124 Nassau-Duval-Flagler-St. Johns — Yulee, Fernandina Beach, Jacksonville Beach, n/a
- GAZ154 Glynn-Camden — Brunswick, St. Simons, Country Club Estates, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:33 AM
Sunset
8:29 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:33 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 7:03 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:05 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 7:26 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:19 AM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 7:52 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:54 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 8:23 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:05 AM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 8:41 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 2:44 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 9:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:51 AM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 9:31 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 3:35 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 10:20 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:40 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 10:20 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 4:26 PM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 11:14 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:30 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 11:08 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 5:18 PM | High | 6.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:06 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 5:22 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 11:56 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 6:09 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8677832, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny
7%
71
89°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
28
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
43%
22
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
28
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
64%
18
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
30
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free at public beach accesses; the daily Jekyll Island access fee is collected at the causeway entrance.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (max 16-ft leash). Prohibited between South Dunes Picnic Area and 2,000 ft NE of St. Andrews Picnic Area. No on-duty lifeguards — swim at your own risk.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle daily Jekyll Island Authority parking pass; $15 oversized.
Address
Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Jekyll Island Beach today?
Jekyll Island 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. 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 Jekyll Island Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round on most of the beach (max 16-ft leash). Prohibited between South Dunes Picnic Area and 2,000 ft NE of St. Andrews Picnic Area. No on-duty lifeguards — swim at your own risk.
Is there an entry fee at Jekyll Island Beach?
$10/vehicle daily Jekyll Island Authority parking pass; $15 oversized.
Are there lifeguards at Jekyll Island Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Jekyll Island Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Jekyll Island Beach?
Amenities at Jekyll Island Beach include restrooms, showers, restaurants, bike paths, sea turtle center.
When is the water warmest at Jekyll Island 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 Jekyll Island Beach located?
Jekyll Island Beach is in Glynn County, GA, at Jekyll Island Causeway, Jekyll Island, GA 31527.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS