93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
38%
26
Escambia County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Perdido Key State Park
15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
A 290-acre undeveloped barrier-island park on the Florida–Alabama line west of Pensacola — sugar-white quartz sand, sea oats, and the federally-threatened Perdido Key beach mouse. No development, no commercial noise; the Gulf Islands National Seashore Johnson Beach unit adjoins to the east.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 86°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 107. Southwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 80. Heat index values as high as 105. North wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 93°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 38% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 86°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
27 /100
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24 Swim
41 Sunbathe
14 Walk
26 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
93°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
SW
Rain
38%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
91°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
11:29 PM
0.5 ft · in 2.4h
Wave Height
1.0 ft
5s · SE swell
Barometer
30.00 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ633)
The MOB 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.
- ALZ265 Mobile Coastal-Baldwin Coastal — Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, Gulf Shores, n/a
- FLZ202 Escambia Coastal-Santa Rosa Coastal-Okaloosa Coastal — Pensacola Beach, Gulf Breeze, Navarre Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:59 AM
Sunset
8:51 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 3:00 PM | High | 1.1 ft |
| 11:29 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:34 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 11:46 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 3:49 PM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 9:41 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:16 AM | High | 1.0 ft |
| 3:45 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:32 AM | High | 1.2 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:04 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 5:36 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:48 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 6:26 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:39 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 7:19 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8729840, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
91°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
63%
16
91°
Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
19
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
52%
20
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
27
91°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
35
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
28%
36
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 38% 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).
Beach Info
Parking
Park lots included in entry; no shade.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed on the North Trail; not on the beach.
Entry Fee
$3 per vehicle.
Address
15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Perdido Key State Park today?
Perdido Key State Park 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 Perdido Key State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed on the North Trail; not on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Perdido Key State Park?
$3 per vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at Perdido Key State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Perdido Key State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Perdido Key State Park?
Amenities at Perdido Key State Park include restrooms, showers, picnic tables, beach wheelchairs (free), boardwalks.
When is the water warmest at Perdido Key State Park?
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 Perdido Key State Park located?
Perdido Key State Park is in Escambia County, FL, at 15301 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL 32507.
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