96°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
39
Harrison County, MS · Gulf of Mexico
Pass Christian Beach
W Beach Blvd, Pass Christian, MS 39571
A long, calm stretch of white-sand shoreline along Scenic Drive in "The Pass," fronting the historic district and Rickey Levy Harbor. Generally quieter than Biloxi or Gulfport, with sunset views over the Mississippi Sound and an active harbor for fishing and seafood.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 96°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 109. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. Heat index values as high as 106. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 96°F air — heat risk — serious hydration required
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
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46 Sunbathe
27 Walk
31 Fish
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
96°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NW
Rain
15%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
96°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
9:26 PM
0.6 ft · in 16m
Water Quality
Clean
4 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:06 AM
Sunset
8:59 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:45 PM | High | 1.3 ft |
| 9:26 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:13 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 9:06 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 1:02 PM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 8:38 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:42 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 5:00 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:42 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 5:11 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 5:37 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:53 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 6:06 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 6:35 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8741533, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
96°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
28
95°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
20
95°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
17
94°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
17%
38
93°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
15%
45
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
42
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 96°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
11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Major
4:30 AM - 6:30 AM
Minor
11:10 AM - 12:10 PM
Major
4:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free roadside parking along W Scenic Drive / W Beach Blvd; additional lots at Rickey Levy Harbor Park.
Dogs
No pets allowed on the beach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
W Beach Blvd, Pass Christian, MS 39571
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Pass Christian Beach today?
Pass Christian 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 Pass Christian Beach dog-friendly?
No pets allowed on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Pass Christian Beach?
Entry to Pass Christian Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pass Christian Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Pass Christian Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Pass Christian Beach?
Amenities at Pass Christian Beach include restrooms, showers, picnic area, harbor, playground, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Pass Christian 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 Pass Christian Beach located?
Pass Christian Beach is in Harrison County, MS, at W Beach Blvd, Pass Christian, MS 39571.
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