88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
57%
25
Gulf County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park
8899 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
The skinny barrier peninsula north of Cape San Blas — repeatedly ranked among "Dr. Beach's" top US beaches. Nine miles of undeveloped Gulf shoreline, a 1,650-acre wilderness preserve at the north end, and St. Joseph Bay (a state aquatic preserve) on the calm side. Eight air-conditioned cabins, kayak launch, and one of the darkest skies in Florida.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · 57% rain · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 101. South southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely before midnight, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between midnight and 1am, then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 57% rain — rain likely at some point
Water
- 86°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
- NWS alert active — special marine warning issued july 18 at 4:25pm edt until july 18 at 5:30pm edt by nws tallahassee fl
13 /100
skip
0 Swim
37 Sunbathe
8 Walk
27 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.6 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.
Weather alert in effect
Special Marine Warning issued July 18 at 4:25PM EDT until July 18 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Partly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
SSE
Rain
57%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–01 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
87°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
86°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.0 ft
WNW swell
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:52 AM
Sunset
8:42 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:50 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:15 AM | High | 1.5 ft |
| 1:53 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:12 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:26 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 2:55 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:27 PM | High | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:26 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:42 AM | High | 1.6 ft |
| 4:07 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:15 PM | High | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:03 AM | High | 1.7 ft |
| 5:23 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 6:41 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:04 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 7:48 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 10:43 AM | High | 1.8 ft |
| 8:39 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8728690, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
64%
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86°
Showers And Thunderstorms
83%
5
87°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
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88°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
57%
5
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
14
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
47%
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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 86°F
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 57% 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
Park lots included in entry.
Dogs
Dogs not allowed on Gulf beaches inside the park. Leashed dogs allowed on the bay side and in developed areas.
Entry Fee
$6 per vehicle.
Address
8899 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park today?
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs not allowed on Gulf beaches inside the park. Leashed dogs allowed on the bay side and in developed areas.
Is there an entry fee at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park?
$6 per vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park?
Amenities at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park include restrooms, showers, concession, cabins (8), campground, kayak/canoe launch, boat ramp, playground.
When is the water warmest at T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park?
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 T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park located?
T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park is in Gulf County, FL, at 8899 Cape San Blas Rd, Port St. Joe, FL 32456.
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