New Smyrna Beach

4275 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

A 13-mile Atlantic beach south of Daytona — known for both world-class surf and an unfortunate "Shark Bite Capital" reputation (Volusia County records most shark bites in the world, almost all minor). Beach driving permitted. The town has a thriving art scene and walkable Flagler Avenue.

Ideal for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 80°F water · 80°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.

Weather

  • 80°F air — ideal beach weather
  • Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

  • 80°F water — warm — full-day swim weather

Safety

  • UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
  • NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 1:32pm edt until june 4 at 8:00am edt by nws melbourne fl
68 /100
good
54 Swim
81 Sunbathe
87 Walk
40 Fish
80 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 1:32PM EDT until June 4 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

NWS · In effect through Jun 4, 12:00 PM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 25 knots with gusts around 30 knots and seas 5 to 8 feet. * WHERE...Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line 0-20 nm. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

Air Temp
80°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
NE
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 12 PM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
3.3 ft
11s · ENE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sunrise
6:25 AM
Sunset
8:18 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
6:00 AM Low 0.4 ft
11:38 AM High 2.0 ft
5:34 PM Low 0.4 ft
Today Jun 3
80°

Mostly Sunny

1%
85
Thu Jun 4
83°

Mostly Sunny

2%
85
Fri Jun 5
84°

Mostly Sunny

1%
85
Sat Jun 6
85°

Mostly Sunny

2%
85
Sun Jun 7
86°

Mostly Sunny

12%
85
Mon Jun 8
87°

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

24%
46
Tue Jun 9
86°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

50%
34
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
  • optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Minor
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
2:50 AM - 4:50 AM
Minor
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Major
3:10 PM - 5:10 PM

Parking

Off-beach free lots; beach-driving permit $30/day non-resident in designated zones (Volusia residents free).

Dogs

Pets prohibited on the main beach. Designated dog beach at Smyrna Dunes Park (north end of the island); leashed (max 6 ft).

Entry Fee

$30/day beach-driving permit (non-residents); Volusia residents free. Pedestrian access free.

Address

4275 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersrestaurantsbeach driving (permit)
Is New Smyrna Beach dog-friendly?

Pets prohibited on the main beach. Designated dog beach at Smyrna Dunes Park (north end of the island); leashed (max 6 ft).

Is there an entry fee at New Smyrna Beach?

$30/day beach-driving permit (non-residents); Volusia residents free. Pedestrian access free.

Are there lifeguards at New Smyrna Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol New Smyrna Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at New Smyrna Beach?

Amenities at New Smyrna Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants, beach driving (permit).

When is the water warmest at New Smyrna 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 New Smyrna Beach located?

New Smyrna Beach is in Volusia County, FL, at 4275 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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