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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
Great day for photography.
NWS alert active · 78°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 83. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Northeast wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued june 3 at 1:36pm edt until june 6 at 4:00am edt by nws melbourne fl
67 /100
good
56 Swim
74 Sunbathe
81 Walk
48 Fish
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 1.2 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.
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued June 3 at 1:36PM EDT until June 6 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Coastal Volusia, Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Northern Brevard, Northern Brevard Barrier Islands, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
15 mph
NE
Rain
4%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
10:53 PM
3.6 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
3s · SE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo 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-Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Mainland Southern Brevard-Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:25 AM
Sunset
8:14 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:38 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:25 AM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 4:13 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:53 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Mostly Sunny
1%
85
86°
Mostly Sunny
2%
85
87°
Mostly Sunny
4%
85
88°
Partly Sunny
13%
85
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
35%
38
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
60%
34
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 15 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 78°F
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
10:10 PM - 11:10 PM
Major
2:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Minor
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Major
3:10 PM - 5:10 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