83°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
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Sarasota County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Siesta Key Beach
948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242
Famous for its 99% quartz sand — chemically pure, brilliantly white, and cool to the touch even in summer because quartz reflects heat rather than absorbing it. Repeatedly named Dr. Beach's top US beach. Family-friendly, gentle Gulf surf, and a small village (Siesta Key Village) at the north end.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 82°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. East northeast wind around 17 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- 33% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 82°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 2:55pm edt until june 5 at 2:00am edt by nws tampa bay ruskin fl
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10 Swim
71 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 2:55PM EDT until June 5 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...East winds 15 to 25 knots expected. * WHERE...Tampa Bay waters, Coastal waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM, Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM, Waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 to 60 NM, Waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 to 60 NM and Waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 to 60 NM. * WHEN...From 6 AM Wednesday to 2 AM EDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Cloudy
Wind
17 mph
ENE
Rain
33%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
82°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
11:51 PM
-0.2 ft · in 2.4h
Barometer
30.01 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (GMZ853)
The TBW 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.
- FLZ139 Coastal Levy-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco — Cedar Key, Yankeetown, Crystal River, n/a
- FLZ050 Pinellas-Coastal Hillsborough-Coastal Manatee-Coastal Sarasota — Clearwater Beach, Saint Pete Beach, n/a
- FLZ162 Coastal Charlotte-Coastal Lee — Manasota Key, Palm Island, Captiva, Sanibel, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:35 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 11:51 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Partly Sunny
10%
85
86°
Mostly Sunny
7%
85
87°
Partly Sunny
13%
85
88°
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
46
88°
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
33%
46
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
40%
34
What to Bring Today
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 17 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 82°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 33% rain chance
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at Siesta Key Public Beach (fills early on weekends); metered street parking near the village.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Siesta Key Beach. Dog beach at Brohard Paw Park (Venice, 15 minutes south).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Siesta Key Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Siesta Key Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Siesta Key Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Siesta Key Beach. Dog beach at Brohard Paw Park (Venice, 15 minutes south).
Is there an entry fee at Siesta Key Beach?
Entry to Siesta Key Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Siesta Key Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Siesta Key Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Siesta Key Beach?
Amenities at Siesta Key Beach include lifeguards, restaurants, restrooms, showers, concession.
When is the water warmest at Siesta Key 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 Siesta Key Beach located?
Siesta Key Beach is in Sarasota County, FL, at 948 Beach Rd, Siesta Key, FL 34242.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS