90°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
60%
25
Monroe County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Smathers Beach
S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
Key West's longest beach — half a mile of imported sand fronting South Roosevelt Boulevard. Calm Atlantic water, food trucks at the east end, watersport rentals. The default Key West public beach.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 60% rain · 88°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 90. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. East wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- 60% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 88°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
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16 Swim
38 Sunbathe
12 Walk
28 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
90°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
E
Rain
60%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 01 PM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
88°F
Swimming weather
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:38 AM
Sunset
8:12 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:12 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 5:11 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 12:03 PM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 7:01 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Showers And Thunderstorms
79%
16
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
69%
25
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
38
90°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
31%
38
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
34%
38
91°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
25
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 88°F
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 60% chance of rain
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid street parking on S Roosevelt Blvd.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Key West public beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Smathers Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Smathers Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Smathers Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Key West public beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Smathers Beach?
Entry to Smathers Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Smathers Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Smathers Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Smathers Beach?
Amenities at Smathers Beach include restrooms, food trucks, watersport rentals, showers.
When is the water warmest at Smathers Beach?
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 Smathers Beach located?
Smathers Beach is in Monroe County, FL, at S Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, FL 33040.
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