87°
Mostly Cloudy
13%
71
Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)
2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
A quiet Brevard County barrier-island town just south of Indian Harbour Beach. Spessard Holland South Beach Park anchors public access — free parking, seasonal lifeguards, dune crossovers, pavilions, and outdoor showers. Town ordinance bans dogs on the beach.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
81°F water · 87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. Southeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. South southeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
69 /100
good
71 Swim
58 Sunbathe
74 Walk
82 Photo
Best for photography 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
15 mph
SE
Rain
13%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
81°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
1.6 ft
3s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ552)
The MLB 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.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:36 AM
Sunset
8:19 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 11:48 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 5:54 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:04 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 6:29 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:43 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 6:54 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:52 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 7:17 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:37 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 7:52 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 8:02 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 2:31 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 8:49 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:27 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 8:48 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 3:30 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 9:48 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 9:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 4:27 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 10:46 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:20 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 10:26 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:16 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 11:38 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8721604, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
30
89°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
18
89°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
33
88°
Sunny
14%
76
88°
Sunny
12%
77
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
16%
43
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 81°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free lots at Spessard Holland North and South parks (2525 and 2545 S Hwy A1A).
Dogs
No animals permitted on any public park or beach in the Town of Melbourne Beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) today?
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) dog-friendly?
No animals permitted on any public park or beach in the Town of Melbourne Beach.
Is there an entry fee at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Entry to Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
Amenities at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) include lifeguards (seasonal), restrooms, showers, pavilions, dune crossovers, drinking fountains.
When is the water warmest at Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South)?
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 Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) located?
Melbourne Beach (Spessard Holland South) is in Brevard County, FL, at 2545 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS