82°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
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Martin County, FL · Atlantic Ocean
Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island)
889 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996
The main Martin County beach on the southern end of Hutchinson Island — wider than the Stuart-area beaches farther north, with the Elliott Museum and the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center within walking distance. Sea turtle nesting May–October.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
Thunderstorms · NWS alert active · 78°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Cloudy, with a high near 82. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. East northeast wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- 22% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 78°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued june 3 at 1:36pm edt until june 6 at 4:00am edt by nws melbourne fl
33 /100
skip
12 Swim
70 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 1.0 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
82°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
15 mph
NE
Rain
22%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
78°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
11:16 PM
2.8 ft · in 1.8h
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 (FLZ164)
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
6:26 AM
Sunset
8:11 PM
Moon · 88%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 4:38 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:16 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Partly Sunny
7%
85
84°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
17%
85
83°
Mostly Sunny
11%
85
84°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
46
85°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
34
85°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
67%
34
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- 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).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at Stuart Beach Park.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed; must stay outside lifeguarded swim areas during lifeguard hours, and waste must be picked up.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
889 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed; must stay outside lifeguarded swim areas during lifeguard hours, and waste must be picked up.
Is there an entry fee at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island)?
Entry to Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island)?
Amenities at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, museum nearby.
When is the water warmest at Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island)?
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 Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) located?
Stuart Beach (Hutchinson Island) is in Martin County, FL, at 889 NE Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34996.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS