Green flag is flying at Pensacola Beach today. Water temperature sits at 85°F with west winds around 3 to 10 mph shifting south through the afternoon. Waves are running about 0.9 feet, keeping things calm. Air temperatures span 77°F to 90°F with an 18% daytime rain chance, and UV is running extreme — worth a reapply if you're out most of the day.
Is It Safe to Swim at Pensacola Beach Today?
The green flag signals low hazard — swimming conditions are favorable today. With calm surf, 85°F water, and no jellyfish at Pensacola Beach, physical conditions are about as good as they get this time of year. The 18% daytime rain chance is worth watching in the afternoon, and with UV running extreme, plan shade breaks and sunscreen reapplication. Review current beach advisories before entering the water and follow standard water safety practices.
Green flag and no jellyfish at Pensacola Beach today — calm surf around 0.9 ft and warm 85°F water make for a comfortable day at the beach. Note that jellyfish remain at Navarre Beach today — Pensacola stays clear.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Green — low hazard |
| Water temperature | 85°F |
| Air temperature | Low 77°F / High 90°F |
| Wind | W-S 3–10 mph |
| Wave height | 0.9 ft |
| Chance of rain | 18% daytime, 15% nighttime |
Pensacola Beach Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 1:19 PM | 0.8 ft |
| Low tide | 11:02 PM | 0.3 ft |
7-Day Outlook
Monday brings mostly sunny skies with highs in the lower 90s and southwest winds around 5 to 10 mph. Tuesday through Thursday continue the same summer pattern — sunshine, highs near 90°F, and a slight chance of afternoon storms each day. Rip current risk is forecast to stay low throughout. Check back daily for updated flag status.