Pensacola Beach is flying yellow and purple flags this morning. Water is a warm 83°F and winds are light out of the west-northwest between 4 and 11 mph, with small seas at 1.6 ft. The purple flag means dangerous marine life is present — jellyfish have been reported along the shoreline.
Is It Safe to Swim at Pensacola Beach Today?
Swimming conditions are reasonable today, though the yellow flag signals moderate hazard — 1.6 ft waves with light west-northwest winds. The purple flag adds a marine-life warning, so watch for jellyfish in the water and along the sand. Water temperature at 83°F provides good comfort for water time. Daytime rain probability of 9% stays low, though nighttime chances climb to 20%. Check current beach conditions before entering the water and follow standard water safety practices.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Yellow (moderate hazard) + Purple (dangerous marine life) |
| Water temperature | 83°F |
| Air temperature | Low 80°F / High 96°F |
| Wind | West-northwest at 4–11 mph |
| Wave height | 1.6 ft |
| Chance of rain | 9% daytime, 20% nighttime |
Pensacola Beach Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 10:41 AM | 1.43 ft |
| Low tide | 8:26 PM | 0.29 ft |
7-Day Outlook
Saturday is partly sunny with highs near 90°F, light northwest winds, and a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Sunday stays warm and partly cloudy with highs around 89°F. Early next week turns mostly sunny with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s. Overnight lows settle in the upper 70s, and rain chances stay minimal through much of the extended period. Check back daily for flag updates.
A purple flag is flying today for dangerous marine life. Jellyfish have been reported in the surf and along the beach. Keep an eye on children, shuffle your feet when wading, and ask lifeguards about current sightings before getting in the water.