Destin is flying a yellow flag today. Water is a warm 84°F and winds are moderate out of the northwest to southwest between 6 and 14 mph, with small seas at about 1.5 ft. Manageable conditions for getting out on the water with a bit of caution.

Is It Safe to Swim at Destin Today?

Swimming conditions are manageable today: the yellow flag signals moderate hazard, with 1.5 ft waves and moderate northwest-to-southwest winds. Water temperature at 84°F delivers comfortable conditions for water activities. Daytime rain probability stays relatively low at 10%, while nighttime chances increase to 20%. Review current beach advisories before entering the water and observe standard safety protocols.

Full Conditions Breakdown

ConditionReading
Beach flagYellow (moderate hazard)
Water temperature84°F
Air temperatureLow 78°F / High 97°F
WindNorthwest to southwest at 6–14 mph
Wave height1.5 ft
Chance of rain10% daytime, 20% nighttime

Destin Tides Today

TideTimeHeight
High tide1:42 PM0.66 ft
Low tide11:32 PM0.01 ft

7-Day Outlook

Saturday is partly sunny with highs near 90°F, light northwest winds, and a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Sunday stays warm and partly cloudy with highs around 89°F. Early next week turns mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s. Overnight lows settle in the upper 70s, and rain chances stay minimal through much of the extended period. Check back daily for flag updates.

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