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.
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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.
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.
On the hunt for the absolute clearest waters of Florida? Then, Destin Beach is the place to go. This beach is located in a coastal area called the Emerald Coast, which stretches about 100 miles through five counties in the idyllic Gulf of Mexico.
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.
The Manatee Bay reading may be near the highest sea surface temperature observed globally , although there are no official records maintained for ocean temperatures.
Get to the Beach EarlyThis beach is always busy with locals and tourists, so parking is limited. Before it gets too crazy with the crowd, it's best to arrive before 10am to get a good spot. If you get to the beach in the afternoon, there are parking garages available nearby as well.
From the tip of South Florida, those interested in seeing one of the Caribbean's most unique beaches will be happy to know it's just a short ferry ride away. Harbour Island is perhaps one of the most well-captured pink beaches in the world and features sand in pastel hues that seem to defy all logic.