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Walton County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Miramar Beach
Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Just east of Destin — gateway to the 30A beach communities. Wider, less commercial, with the Silver Sands outlets behind and the start of the South Walton beach county. The crowd-tested family Gulf beach option that's a step above Destin in privacy and a step below 30A in price.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 83°F water · 84°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 84°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 83°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- Moderate rip current risk — nws: rip currents possible in the surf zone
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 11:26am cdt until june 4 at 11:00am cdt by nws mobile al
60 /100
good
38 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 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 11:26AM CDT until June 4 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Mobile AL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...East winds around 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and seas 1 to 2 ft. * WHERE...Western Choctawhatchee Bay and Eastern Choctawhatchee Bay. * WHEN...Until 11 AM CDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 15 mph
ENE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
83°F
Swimming weather
Rip Current Risk
Moderate
NWS SRF · TAE · FLZ108 · Issued Jun 3, 3:19 PM
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:43 AM
Sunset
8:43 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:21 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
0%
85
84°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
85
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
34
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
34
86°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
48
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
35
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 10 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 83°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Limited public access — Pompano Joe's, Whales Tail public beach, Frangista Beach. Resident/rental permit required at many neighborhood accesses.
Dogs
Pets generally prohibited on Walton County beaches. Walton County residents and property owners may obtain a $40 annual permit allowing dogs 3:30 PM – 8:30 AM on leash year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Miramar Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Miramar Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Miramar Beach dog-friendly?
Pets generally prohibited on Walton County beaches. Walton County residents and property owners may obtain a $40 annual permit allowing dogs 3:30 PM – 8:30 AM on leash year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Miramar Beach?
Entry to Miramar Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Miramar Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Miramar Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Miramar Beach?
Amenities at Miramar Beach include lifeguards at staffed accesses, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby.
When is the water warmest at Miramar 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 Miramar Beach located?
Miramar Beach is in Walton County, FL, at Scenic Gulf Dr, Miramar Beach, FL 32550.
Nearby Beaches
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