88°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
52
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
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 81. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 39% rain — pop-up showers possible
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
53 /100
ok
67 Sunbathe
36 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Water level 0.7 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SSE
Rain
39%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
88°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
6:06 PM
2.7 ft · in 3.4h
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo 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-Mainland Southern Brevard — Southern Brevard Barrier Islands n/a
- FLZ159 Coastal Saint Lucie-Coastal Martin — Fort Pierce Inlet, Jensen Beach, n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:27 AM
Sunset
8:18 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:13 AM | High | 2.2 ft |
| 11:26 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 6:06 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
52
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
24%
52
88°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
59
89°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
22%
43
88°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
54%
38
87°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
44%
38
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 39% 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 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