Green flag at Pensacola Beach this Sunday. Sunny skies and a light SE wind at 5-10 mph. Water sits at 75°F and seas are essentially flat at under a foot. NWS has the full week running sunny to mostly sunny with no significant rain through Thursday — about as good a stretch as the Emerald Coast gets in May. UV climbs to high through midday.
The morning high tide window through late morning will be the strongest period for the pier and surf — get there early for elbow room.
Is It Safe to Swim at Pensacola Beach Today?
The Green flag indicates low hazard with calm conditions. Today's surf is minimal and winds are light — about as safe as it gets at Pensacola Beach. Even on calm days, rip currents can develop, so swim near a staffed lifeguard stand and watch kids closely in the water.
Full Conditions Breakdown
| Condition | Reading |
|---|---|
| Beach flag | Green — low hazard, calm conditions |
| Water temperature | 75°F |
| Air temperature | High near 81°F |
| Wind | SE at 5-10 mph through the day |
| Wave height | Less than 1 ft |
| UV index | High — peak midday |
| Chance of rain | 0% all day |
Pensacola Beach Tides Today
| Tide | Time |
|---|---|
| Low tide | 10:23 PM (-0.58 ft) |
| High tide | 10:58 AM (1.92 ft) |
| Sunrise | 5:53 AM |
| Sunset | 7:37 PM |
Solunar Rating
Last Quarter moon today — moderate solunar activity, stepping down from Saturday's excellent rating. The tide window will be the main driver. See today's full fishing report for what's biting at Navarre, Pensacola, and Destin.
7-Day Outlook
Today (Sunday, May 17): Green flag, sunny, light SE wind 5-10 mph, flat seas, water 75°F. High near 81°F with no rain.
Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F. East wind 5-15 mph with gusts to 20.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F. South wind 5-10 mph.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F. Light variable wind becoming south 5-10 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F. Light variable wind becoming south 5-10 mph in the afternoon.
Friday-Saturday: 20-40% chance of showers and thunderstorms returning by the weekend, highs holding near 84°F.
If you're planning a trip this week, you've picked the right one. Sunny, warm, and stable through Thursday with the only weather risk pushing into next weekend.
Green flag, flat sub-1 ft surf, light SE wind, zero rain risk. Sunny all day with a comfortable 81°F high. Easy beach day, easy water day. UV climbs through midday, so sunscreen up and stay hydrated.