Yellow and purple flags are up at Pensacola Beach this morning. Water is 85°F with southwest-to-west winds at 2–15 mph and waves at 1.7 ft. Yellow means moderate surf hazard; purple is a separate warning for dangerous marine life. Showers and thunderstorms are likely today at a 50% chance.
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for today, with hot temperatures, high humidity and heat index values expected up to 110°F across Navarre Beach, Pensacola Beach and Destin. These conditions may cause heat illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, stay out of the sun, and check on relatives and neighbors.
Is It Safe to Swim at Pensacola Beach Today?
Swimming conditions remain manageable with 1.7 ft waves and light to moderate southwest winds. The yellow flag means moderate hazard, and the purple flag flying with it is a separate marine life warning, not a replacement for it. Water temperature at 85°F provides comfortable conditions for time in the water. A 50% rain probability means showers are likely through the day, so keep an eye on building storms and get out of the water if you hear thunder. Check current beach conditions before entering the water and follow standard water safety practices.
A purple flag is flying alongside the yellow flag today, which means dangerous marine life has been reported in the water. It is a separate warning from the surf-hazard flag and does not replace it — treat both as active. 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 | Yellow — moderate hazard · Purple — dangerous marine life |
| Water temperature | 85°F |
| Air temperature | Low 81°F / High 89°F |
| Wind | SW-W at 2–15 mph |
| Wave height | 1.7 ft |
| Chance of rain | 50% daytime, 50% nighttime |
Pensacola Beach Tides Today
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High tide | 9:17 AM | 1.69 ft |
| Low tide | 7:21 PM | 0.14 ft |
High tide reaches 1.69 feet at 9:17 AM. Low tide descends to 0.14 feet at 7:21 PM. Tidal movements establish feeding windows as current changes facilitate movement in fish populations. Full tide charts are on the live tides page.
7-Day Outlook
Friday brings showers and thunderstorms with an 80% chance, highs near 90°F and a mix of sun and clouds. Saturday sees showers likely and possibly thunderstorms at a 70% chance, with highs approaching 89°F. Sunday through early next week stays hot and humid with temperatures in the upper 80s to mid 90s, scattered to frequent afternoon thunderstorm activity, and typical late-July weather patterns.
More Emerald Coast Conditions Today
Also posted this morning: Navarre Beach conditions, Destin conditions and today's fishing report.