Yellow flag is flying — moderate hazard. Exercise caution, stay aware of changing conditions, and swim near a lifeguard if present.
Conditions Overview
Destin is under yellow flag today, an improvement from yesterday's red. Water temperature sits at 83°F with north to northwest winds between 4 and 14 mph keeping wave heights at 1.3 feet. Air temperatures reach 76°F to 88°F. Rain chances are low at 10% during daylight — one of the drier days in the current pattern.
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | 🟡 Yellow |
| Water temperature | 83°F |
| Air temperature | 76°F–88°F |
| Wind | N-NW 4–14 mph |
| Wave height | 1.3 ft |
| Rain chance | 10% day · 30% night |
Is It Safe to Swim?
Yellow flag indicates moderate hazard. The improvement from red to yellow reflects calmer conditions, but the flag still warrants caution. Wave heights of 1.3 ft and light north-northwest winds are manageable for most swimmers. Stay aware of current conditions, swim near lifeguard coverage, and exit the water if the flag changes or afternoon storms develop.
Tidal Information
High tide peaks at 0.65 ft at 7:13 AM. Low tide reaches 0.03 ft at 6:12 PM. Current movement around these transitions is when fish feeding activity typically picks up — relevant for pier and surf anglers timing their sessions.
7-Day Outlook
Thursday brings partly cloudy skies with highs near 83°F and north to northwest winds at 6 to 15 mph. Friday clears with mostly sunny conditions, highs around 85°F, and lighter winds. The weekend continues partly cloudy to mostly clear with temperatures between 83 and 86°F. Early next week follows typical summer patterns with warm, humid conditions and scattered afternoon thunderstorm potential.