Destin is flying a yellow flag today. Water is a warm 84°F and winds are light to moderate out of the west between 5 and 16 mph, with waves running about 2.1 ft. Favorable conditions for getting out on the water with a bit of caution.
Is It Safe to Swim at Destin Today?
Conditions are favorable today, though the yellow flag still signals moderate hazard — 2.1 ft waves with light to moderate westerly winds. Water temperature at 84°F delivers excellent conditions for water time. Rain probability of 24% during the day warrants some awareness, dropping to 7% overnight. Review current beach advisories before entering the water and observe standard safety protocols.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow (moderate hazard) |
| Water temperature | 84°F |
| Air temperature | Low 77°F / High 89°F |
| Wind | West at 5–16 mph |
| Wave height | 2.1 ft |
| Chance of rain | 24% daytime, 7% nighttime |
Destin Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 12:04 PM | 0.87 ft |
| Low tide | 11:07 PM | -0.07 ft |
7-Day Outlook
Thursday is mostly sunny with highs near 91°F and winds of 5–15 mph. Friday clears further — sunny, highs around 92°F, light winds. Saturday brings a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms but stays mostly sunny with highs near 92°F. The extended forecast holds warm through the following week, with typical mid-July afternoon storm chances and high heat index values. Check back daily for flag updates.