Yellow flags are flying at Destin today. Water sits at 86°F with southwest wind running 4-15 mph and waves near 1.7 ft. Morning rain chances peak at 90% before dropping to 20% for the afternoon and night. Afternoon looks like the better window today.
Is It Safe to Swim at Destin Today?
Yellow means moderate hazard — swim with caution, and keep children and weaker swimmers closer to shore, since currents run stronger than the 1.7 ft wave height suggests. With a 90% chance of morning rain, watch for lightning and reduced visibility if storms move through — get out of the water at the first sign of thunder and wait it out before heading back in. Check the flag in person before you go in, since conditions can shift during the day.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow — moderate hazard |
| Water temperature | 86°F |
| Air temperature | Low 82°F / High 88°F |
| Wind | Southwest at 4-15 mph |
| Wave height | 1.7 ft |
| UV index | Very High |
| Chance of rain | 90% morning, 20% afternoon, 20% night |
Destin Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 8:06 AM | 0.84 ft |
| Low tide | 7:47 PM | -0.10 ft |
7-Day Outlook
Sunday looks mostly sunny with highs near 89°F, southwest wind 5 to 15 mph, and a 70% chance of rain. Monday runs warmer near 91°F with an 80% rain chance. Midweek turns partly cloudy with typical summer heat and afternoon storm potential, and scattered storms continue into the following weekend with highs in the low 90s.