93°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
41%
25
Volusia County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
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.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 41% rain · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny. High near 93, with temperatures falling to around 89 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 102. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 93°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 41% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
22 /100
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17 Swim
36 Sunbathe
12 Walk
28 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
93°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wind
5 to 10 mph
S
Rain
41%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
92°F
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
6:45 PM
2.7 ft · in 4.0h
Wave Height
1.3 ft
4s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:22 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:05 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 12:13 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:45 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
92°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
38
92°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
38
93°
Sunny
12%
76
93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
26
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
25
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
27%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 41% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 93°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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.
Major
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Minor
2:30 AM - 3:30 AM
Major
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Minor
4:40 PM - 5:40 PM
Beach Info
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
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at New Smyrna Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for New Smyrna Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
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