89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
66%
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Bay County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Panama City Beach
600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Twenty-seven miles of white sand and emerald Gulf — the spring break and summer family scene of the Florida Panhandle. Pier Park is the central hub with shops, restaurants, the City Pier, and condo towers. St. Andrews State Park at the east end is the quiet alternative.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
66% rain · Thunderstorms · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Partly sunny. High near 89, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 102. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 7pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 7pm and 1am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Weather
- 89°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 66% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — special marine warning issued july 18 at 4:25pm edt until july 18 at 5:30pm edt by nws tallahassee fl
9 /100
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0 Swim
29 Sunbathe
0 Walk
0 Fish
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Weather alert in effect
Special Marine Warning issued July 18 at 4:25PM EDT until July 18 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Special Weather Statement issued July 18 at 4:21PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
89°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
SW
Rain
66%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–01 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
9:40 PM
0.6 ft · in 35m
Wave Height
2.0 ft
WNW swell
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
20 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 Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:53 AM
Sunset
8:45 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:09 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 9:40 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 9:06 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 3:05 PM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 8:19 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:01 AM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 3:10 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:59 AM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 3:58 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:14 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 4:38 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 5:18 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:57 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 5:58 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729108, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
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Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
81%
14
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
71%
15
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
49%
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88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46%
29
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
45%
30
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 66% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 89°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.
Minor
10:50 PM - 11:50 PM
Major
4:20 AM - 6:20 AM
Minor
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Major
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid public lots at Pier Park and major accesses; metered street parking along Front Beach Rd.
Dogs
Pets generally prohibited on Bay County public beaches. Designated 400-ft Dog Beach just west of Russell-Fields City Pier near Pier Park; leashed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Panama City Beach today?
Panama City 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. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Panama City Beach dog-friendly?
Pets generally prohibited on Bay County public beaches. Designated 400-ft Dog Beach just west of Russell-Fields City Pier near Pier Park; leashed.
Is there an entry fee at Panama City Beach?
Entry to Panama City Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Panama City Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Panama City Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Panama City Beach?
Amenities at Panama City Beach include lifeguards, pier, restaurants, shops, restrooms, showers.
When is the water warmest at Panama City 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 Panama City Beach located?
Panama City Beach is in Bay County, FL, at 600 Pier Park Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.
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