Green and purple flags are flying at Navarre Beach this morning. Water is 85°F with west-southwest winds at 3–15 mph and waves running 1.3 ft. The green flag means low surf hazard; the purple flag is a separate warning for dangerous marine life in the water.
The National Weather Service has placed local coastal areas under an Extreme Heat Warning today, with heat index values expected up to 113°F across Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach and Destin. Heat illnesses are highly likely in these conditions. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.
Is It Safe to Swim at Navarre Beach Today?
Surf conditions are good. The green flag signals low hazard — 1.3 ft waves and moderate west-southwest winds make for calm, manageable water. The purple flag flying alongside it is not a downgrade of that: it warns that dangerous marine life has been reported, so the water is calm but not necessarily clear of hazards. Water temperature at 85°F is warm and comfortable, and a 20% daytime rain probability means scattered thunderstorms remain possible. Review current beach advisories before entering the water and follow standard water safety practices.
A purple flag is flying alongside the green flag today. Purple signals dangerous marine life in the water — it is a separate warning from the surf-hazard flag, and it does not downgrade the green flag or close the water. Check with lifeguards or at the beach access for what has been sighted before you get in, and keep an eye on children in the shallows.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Green — low hazard · Purple — dangerous marine life |
| Water temperature | 85°F |
| Air temperature | Low 79°F / High 95°F |
| Wind | W-SW at 3–15 mph |
| Wave height | 1.3 ft |
| Chance of rain | 20% daytime, 10% nighttime |
Navarre Beach Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 9:41 AM | 1.80 ft |
| Low tide | 8:24 PM | -0.01 ft |
High tide reaches 1.80 feet at 9:41 AM. Low tide descends to -0.01 feet at 8:24 PM. Tidal movement establishes feeding windows as current shifts direct food sources and baitfish activity through the day. Full tide charts are on the live tides page.
7-Day Outlook
Wednesday stays partly cloudy with highs reaching 94°F and winds at 5 to 15 mph. Thursday turns mostly sunny with highs around 92°F and diminishing winds, carrying a 60% chance of precipitation. The extended forecast shows primarily sunny conditions through the following week with highs in the low to mid 90s. Heat will be a significant factor over the next several days, with high chances of afternoon thunderstorm development.
More Emerald Coast Conditions Today
Also posted this morning: Pensacola Beach conditions, Destin conditions and today's fishing report.