94°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
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Brevard County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Sebastian Inlet State Park
9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
A 3-mile barrier-island park straddling the inlet between Brevard and Indian River counties — Florida's most famous surf break (First Peak / Monster Hole) is on the north jetty. Snook and redfish fishing on the inlet, the McLarty Treasure Museum on-site, and lifeguards on the inlet-side swimming beach in summer.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 80°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 105. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 94°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 35% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 80°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
33 /100
skip
24 Swim
53 Sunbathe
29 Walk
35 Fish
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.5 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
94°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 15 mph
SE
Rain
35%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
94°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
80°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
5:50 PM
3.4 ft · in 3.1h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (AMZ552)
The MLB 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.
- FLZ141 Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard — Northern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ154 Coastal Indian River-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM | High | 2.4 ft |
| 11:03 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 5:50 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
94°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
23%
38
93°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
38
94°
Sunny
10%
76
95°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
38
93°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
51%
25
92°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 5 to 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 80°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 35% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 94°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
8:50 AM - 10:50 AM
Minor
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large paved lots on both sides of the inlet bridge; included in entrance fee.
Dogs
Leashed dogs (6-ft max) permitted in the campground and developed areas; not allowed on the beach or in the water.
Entry Fee
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Address
9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Sebastian Inlet State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Sebastian Inlet State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Sebastian Inlet State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs (6-ft max) permitted in the campground and developed areas; not allowed on the beach or in the water.
Is there an entry fee at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
$8 per vehicle (2–8 people); $4 single-occupant vehicle; $2 pedestrian/cyclist.
Are there lifeguards at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sebastian Inlet State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
Amenities at Sebastian Inlet State Park include lifeguards (Memorial Day–Labor Day), restrooms, showers, concession, campground, boat ramp, fishing jetty, museum.
When is the water warmest at Sebastian Inlet State Park?
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 Sebastian Inlet State Park located?
Sebastian Inlet State Park is in Brevard County, FL, at 9700 S Highway A1A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS