Indian River County, FL · Atlantic Ocean

Vero Beach

A 26-mile barrier island that's quieter than the Space Coast and less developed than the Gold Coast — Vero is the polished old-Florida beach town with the McKee Botanical Garden and the Disney Vero Beach Resort. Sea turtle nesting peaks in June/July.

Today's Conditions

Mixed conditions today.

Thunderstorms

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 91. Heat index values as high as 102. Southeast wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 76. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
28% rain — pop-up showers possible

Safety

Thunderstorms — stay off the water when storms approach
UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure

39 /100

50 Sunbathe

24 Walk

30 Photo

Best for sunbathing today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

91°F

Clear

Wind

10 mph

Rain

28%

This Afternoon

UV Peak

10 Very High

High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

92°F

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Water

Water Temp

—

Next Low Tide

10:03 PM

0.0 ft · in 1.0h

Water Quality

Clean

10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 6mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

6:37 AM

Sunset

8:18 PM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:06 AM	High	0.9 ft
9:42 AM	Low	0.1 ft
3:24 PM	High	0.8 ft
10:03 PM	Low	0.0 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:54 AM	High	0.8 ft
10:29 AM	Low	0.1 ft
4:20 PM	High	0.8 ft
10:57 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:41 AM	High	0.8 ft
11:17 AM	Low	0.0 ft
5:14 PM	High	0.8 ft
11:53 PM	Low	0.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:28 AM	High	0.7 ft
12:07 PM	Low	0.0 ft
6:07 PM	High	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:50 AM	Low	0.2 ft
6:15 AM	High	0.7 ft
12:58 PM	Low	0.0 ft
6:59 PM	High	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:46 AM	Low	0.2 ft
7:03 AM	High	0.7 ft
1:50 PM	Low	0.0 ft
7:51 PM	High	0.8 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:40 AM	Low	0.2 ft
7:52 AM	High	0.6 ft
2:40 PM	Low	0.0 ft
8:45 PM	High	0.8 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 8722125, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

91°

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

28%

Sun Jul 19

92°

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

31%

Mon Jul 20

93°

Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

48%

Tue Jul 21

93°

Mostly Sunny

14%

Wed Jul 22

93°

Sunny

10%

Thu Jul 23

93°

Sunny

13%

Fri Jul 24

93°

Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

19%

What to Bring Today

critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Beach Info

Parking

Free public lots at major accesses (Jaycee Park, Sexton Plaza, Humiston Park).

Dogs

Pets prohibited on lifeguarded beaches (South Beach, Humiston, Jaycee). Leashed dogs allowed at Sexton Plaza.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

3001 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963

Amenities

lifeguardsrestroomsshowersrestaurants

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Vero Beach today?

Vero Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Vero Beach dog-friendly?

Pets prohibited on lifeguarded beaches (South Beach, Humiston, Jaycee). Leashed dogs allowed at Sexton Plaza.

Is there an entry fee at Vero Beach?

Entry to Vero Beach is free.

Are there lifeguards at Vero Beach?

Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Vero Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.

What amenities are at Vero Beach?

Amenities at Vero Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants.

When is the water warmest at Vero 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 Vero Beach located?

Vero Beach is in Indian River County, FL, at 3001 Ocean Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963.