Red flag at Destin today despite calmer seas. Northwest to southwest winds are light to moderate at 2–13 mph and waves sit at 2.1 ft, but the red flag remains up while a Rip Current Statement stays active through this evening.
Is It Safe to Swim at Destin Today?
No. Red means high hazard, and that holds even with the surface looking inviting at 85°F. The Rip Current Statement covering Destin runs until 6:00 PM CDT — calmer-looking water is often when rip currents catch swimmers off guard. Stay out of the water while the red flag is flying.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Red — high hazard |
| Water temperature | 85°F |
| Air temperature | Low 75°F / High 93°F |
| Wind | NW-SW at 2–13 mph |
| Wave height | 2.1 ft |
| UV index | High |
| Chance of rain | 10% daytime, 10% nighttime |
Destin Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 7:06 AM | 0.74 ft |
| Low tide | 6:45 PM | 0.02 ft |
7-Day Outlook
Saturday brings partly cloudy skies with highs near 88°F and winds 10–15 mph. Sunday looks mainly sunny with highs near 91°F and lighter winds. Next week settles into a typical mid-summer pattern — warm afternoons, variable wind direction, and occasional afternoon thunderstorm chances.
The Rip Current Statement remains in effect for Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach and Destin until 6:00 PM CDT today due to dangerous rip currents. All other tropical storm, high surf and coastal flood alerts have expired or been canceled. Continue to monitor local safety flags and swim near a lifeguard.