88°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21%
41
Collier County, FL · Gulf of Mexico
Vanderbilt Beach Park
100 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108
North Naples' main public beach — a wide stretch of sugar-white sand fronting the Ritz-Carlton Naples and Vanderbilt Beach Resort. The 375-space parking garage right at the beach is rare in Collier County; the LaPlaya, Turtle Club, and Buzz's Lighthouse Café anchor the beachfront dining.
Today's Conditions
Decent day for sunbathing.
Thunderstorms · 87°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 101. South wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 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. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78. Southeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 87°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
38 /100
ok
27 Swim
61 Sunbathe
32 Walk
33 Photo
Best for sunbathing today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
88°F
Clear
Wind
13 mph
S
Rain
21%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
89°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Water
Water Temp
87°F
Swimming weather
Next Low Tide
10:28 PM
0.5 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
5s · SSE swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:45 AM
Sunset
8:21 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | High | 2.6 ft |
| 10:00 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 4:06 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 10:30 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:48 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 10:54 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 5:06 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| 11:12 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:30 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 12:00 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 6:18 PM | High | 2.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 6:12 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 1:12 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 7:36 PM | High | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 AM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 7:00 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 2:18 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:00 PM | High | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 2.7 ft |
| 3:18 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:18 AM | High | 2.0 ft |
| 3:06 AM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 8:54 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 4:18 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8725110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
89°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
55%
18
89°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56%
17
90°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
18%
39
91°
Sunny
12%
74
91°
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
19%
38
91°
Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
39%
28
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 13 mph wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 87°F
- 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
Paid parking garage: $10/day; or by-the-hour metered. Resident decal available.
Dogs
Dogs not allowed on Collier County beaches (service animals excepted).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
100 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Vanderbilt Beach Park today?
Vanderbilt Beach 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 Vanderbilt Beach Park dog-friendly?
Dogs not allowed on Collier County beaches (service animals excepted).
Is there an entry fee at Vanderbilt Beach Park?
Entry to Vanderbilt Beach Park is free.
Are there lifeguards at Vanderbilt Beach Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Vanderbilt Beach Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Vanderbilt Beach Park?
Amenities at Vanderbilt Beach Park include restrooms, showers, parking garage, concession, beach chair / cabana rentals, life jacket loaner, bike racks.
When is the water warmest at Vanderbilt Beach 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 Vanderbilt Beach Park located?
Vanderbilt Beach Park is in Collier County, FL, at 100 Vanderbilt Beach Rd, Naples, FL 34108.
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