Can I swim at Clearwater Beach?

Yes, you can swim at our beaches, year 'round! Most visitors find our Gulf water temperatures quite pleasant, especially if they are coming from colder climates.



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Today's Clearwater Beach sea temperature is 83 °F.

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Clearwater Beach's crystal clear waters create the perfect conditions for enjoying an array of water activities like swimming, parasailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

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Average annual water temperature on the coast in Clearwater is 76°F, by the seasons: in winter 65°F, in spring 73°F, in summer 85°F, in autumn 79°F. Minimum water temperature (60°F) in Clearwater it happens in February, maximum (89°F) in August.

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As mentioned before, it does not come from the clear Gulf of Mexico waters. It actually comes from the clear water of another water source. The phrase clear water was used frequently in the area because there used to be many natural springs in the area.

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As a general rule, the water anywhere in Florida will be warm enough to swim between April and October. During the cooler months, the farther south you go, the warmer it will be. Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Keys, Marco Island and Naples will have the warmest water during the winter.

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Clearwater Beach is a world-renowned beach for its sugar-white sands and warm Gulf of Mexico waters — you can't forget the breathtaking sunsets either.

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Arrive very early – 7-8 am or earlier – to get the best public parking. I highly recommend staying at a Clearwater Beach hotel with parking or staying at a nearby town and taking the trolley or Clearwater Beach Ferry for lower parking cost and less hassle.

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No alcohol is permitted on Clearwater's public beaches.

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Another potential threat beachgoers should be aware of in Florida is Vibrio vulnificus — rare species of so-called flesh-eating bacteria found in raw shellfish or seawater. The dangerous strain of vibrio bacteria has been linked to five deaths in Florida this year, state health officials said.

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Clearwater Beach It is well known for its startling white sand that feels like a soft cushion beneath your feet. Pick a spot on the beach, rent a cabana, enjoy the fresh breezes wafting in from the Gulf, and watch the many activities of the other beach enthusiasts.

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It's the Original Beach Town Florida is known for great beaches, but there's only one Clearwater Beach. It always ranks in the top echelon of beaches in the United States (and, on some lists, in the world). And the inviting Gulf of Mexico waters are always right there, just a few minutes away.

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Swimming at beaches in Florida is possible year round. Summer temperatures reach into the 30°C range and trips to the beach become a necessity. Florida borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

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July is when disease outbreaks most likely to occur in lakes and oceans.

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10 Best Beaches in Florida
  • Fort Zachary Taylor State Park.
  • Sanibel Island.
  • South Beach.
  • Grayton Beach State Park, South Walton.
  • Siesta Beach.
  • Pensacola Beach.
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach.
  • Caladesi Island State Park.


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According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the brown water is due to a bloom called “sea sawdust.” “Sea sawdust,” also known as Trichodesmium, blooms every year in the Gulf of Mexico, FWC said.

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Which Florida beaches have the clearest water?
  • St. Andrews State Park, Panama City Beach.
  • Bean Point Beach, Anna Maria Island.
  • Inlet Beach, South Walton.
  • Clearwater Beach, Clearwater.
  • Destin Beach, Emerald Coast.
  • Smathers Beach, Key West.
  • Navarre Beach, Florida Gulf Coast.
  • Blue Mountain Beach, Santa Rosa Beach.


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Clearwater Beach, Florida, is the northernmost developed barrier island along the Tampa Bay Beaches. Unlike our other island communities, Clearwater Beach is part of the City of Clearwater. Today, fun 'n sun lovers come from all over to enjoy Clearwater Beach resorts, attractions, recreation, restaurants and shopping.

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