81°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
42%
28
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 · NWS alert active · 42% rain
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 81. East wind around 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Mostly cloudy. Low around 75, with temperatures rising to around 77 overnight. East wind 15 to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- 42% rain — rain likely at some point
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 11:21am cdt until june 5 at 7:00pm cdt by nws new orleans la
13 /100
skip
38 Sunbathe
13 Walk
0 Fish
24 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 1.0 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 11:21AM CDT until June 5 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...East winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Portions of Gulf of America. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Cloudy
Wind
20 mph
E
Rain
42%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
10:56 PM
-0.1 ft · in 1.4h
Water Quality
Clean
4 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:55 AM
Sunset
8:55 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 11:51 AM | High | 1.9 ft |
| 10:56 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Partly Sunny
12%
74
82°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
57%
28
83°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
18
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
65%
38
86°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
25%
52
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
52
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 42% rain chance
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
3:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Minor
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Major
3:40 PM - 5:40 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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pass Christian Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pass Christian Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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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