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Bay County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Mexico Beach
201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
A tiny self-described "Unforgettable Coast" town east of Panama City — wiped flat by Hurricane Michael in 2018 and rebuilding ever since. Wide, quiet white-sand beach, no high-rises by ordinance, and a slower vibe than anything else on this stretch. The municipal pier was destroyed in Michael; reconstruction targeted for 2027.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 81°F water · 82°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 82. East wind around 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East northeast wind around 15 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 81°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued june 3 at 1:56pm edt until june 5 at 4:00am edt by nws tallahassee fl
71 /100
great
56 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
61 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 1:56PM EDT until June 5 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Walton and Bay County Beaches. * WHEN...From 8 AM EDT this morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
E
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
81°F
Swimming weather
Barometer
30.06 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ751)
The TAE 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.
- FLZ108 South Walton — Sandestin, Santa Rosa Beach, Moderate
- FLZ112 Coastal Bay — Panama City Beach and Magnolia Beach Moderate
- FLZ114 Coastal Gulf — Saint Joe Beach W Facing Beaches
- FLZ115 Coastal Franklin — Apalachicola High
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:40 AM
Sunset
8:38 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:55 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:51 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 12:25 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 4:52 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
83°
Mostly Sunny
8%
76
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
85°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
46
87°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
20%
46
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
46
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- 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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
10:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Major
3:00 AM - 5:00 AM
Minor
8:40 AM - 9:40 AM
Major
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free public access points and parking spaces along Hwy 98 (37th Street is a main one).
Dogs
No animals on the beach east of Canal Parkway. West of Canal Parkway is exempt from the ban.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Mexico Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Mexico Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Mexico Beach dog-friendly?
No animals on the beach east of Canal Parkway. West of Canal Parkway is exempt from the ban.
Is there an entry fee at Mexico Beach?
Entry to Mexico Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Mexico Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mexico Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mexico Beach?
Amenities at Mexico Beach include restrooms at accesses, showers at accesses.
When is the water warmest at Mexico Beach?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Mexico Beach located?
Mexico Beach is in Bay County, FL, at 201 Paradise Path, Mexico Beach, FL 32410.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS