88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
46
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
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 85°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 99. Southwest wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. Heat index values as high as 98. South southeast wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 30% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 85°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
42 /100
ok
32 Swim
67 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
6 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
30%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
85°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
7:10 PM
0.1 ft · in 4.4h
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
6:37 AM
Sunset
8:28 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | High | 1.4 ft |
| 4:19 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 10:56 AM | High | 2.3 ft |
| 7:10 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
38
90°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
30%
38
90°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
38
90°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
37%
38
89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
25
89°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
59%
25
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 85°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 30% rain chance
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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.
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