91°
Sunny
5%
75
Duval County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Neptune Beach
202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266
The quieter middle sibling between Jacksonville Beach and Atlantic Beach — a 1.5-mile residential beach community with a walkable village center at Beaches Town Center. Less commercial, more local-feel; bike from one Beach to the next.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
85°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear. Low around 77, with temperatures rising to around 78 overnight. Heat index values as high as 100. South wind 7 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 85°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
72 /100
great
72 Swim
66 Sunbathe
79 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Clear
Wind
13 mph
SE
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
SSE swell
Barometer
30.00 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
4 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (FLZ125)
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
6:35 AM
Sunset
8:27 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 6:10 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 12:44 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 6:31 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:58 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 7:00 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:36 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 7:31 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 7:51 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 2:29 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 8:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:34 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 8:41 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 3:24 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 9:28 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:26 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 9:30 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 4:20 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 10:24 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 10:19 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 5:15 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 11:17 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:17 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 11:08 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 6:07 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8720218, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
36
91°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
18
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
23
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
28
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
53%
22
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
30
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking around Beaches Town Center; lots at major accesses.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round per Ord. 2023-05; off-leash swimming permitted in the ocean only.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Neptune Beach today?
Neptune 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 Neptune Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed (max 12 ft) year-round per Ord. 2023-05; off-leash swimming permitted in the ocean only.
Is there an entry fee at Neptune Beach?
Entry to Neptune Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Neptune Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Neptune Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Neptune Beach?
Amenities at Neptune Beach include restrooms, restaurants in town center.
When is the water warmest at Neptune 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 Neptune Beach located?
Neptune Beach is in Duval County, FL, at 202 1st St, Neptune Beach, FL 32266.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS