Where is the sea warmest in Florida in August?

Clearwater Beach in United States has the warmest sea in Florida in August, averaging about 30.0 °C. Caladesi Island (30.0 °C) and Indian Rocks Beach follow close behind.

How many beaches in Florida are warm enough to swim in August?

25 of the top 25 ranked beaches in Florida average 22 °C or more in August, which most swimmers find comfortable without a wetsuit.

How are these August sea temperatures calculated?

Each figure is a long-term monthly average sea surface temperature for that location, so it reflects a typical August rather than today's reading. Open a beach page for the live water temperature and 7-day forecast.

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Warmest sea temperature in Florida in August

Where the sea is warmest across Florida during August, ranked by long-term monthly average water temperature. Clearwater Beach (Florida Gulf, United States) tops the list at around 30°C. Open any spot for today's live water temperature and a 7-day swim forecast.

1
Clearwater Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
2
Caladesi Island
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
3
Indian Rocks Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
4
Madeira Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
5
Treasure Island
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
6
St Pete Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
7
Fort De Soto
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
8
Bradenton Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
9
Lido Key
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
10
Siesta Key
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
11
Manasota Key
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
12
Boca Grande
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
13
Fort Myers Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
14
Bowman's Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
15
Captiva Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
16
Vanderbilt Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
17
Marco Island Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
18
Pensacola Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
19
Navarre Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
20
Destin Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
21
Miramar Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
22
Grayton Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
23
Seaside Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
24
Rosemary Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average
25
Panama City Beach
Florida Gulf · United States · Gulf of Mexico
Warm — comfortable swimming
30°C
August average

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Florida in August — frequently asked questions

Where is the sea warmest in Florida in August?: Clearwater Beach in United States has the warmest sea in Florida in August, averaging about 30.0 °C. Caladesi Island (30.0 °C) and Indian Rocks Beach follow close behind.
How many beaches in Florida are warm enough to swim in August?: 25 of the top 25 ranked beaches in Florida average 22 °C or more in August, which most swimmers find comfortable without a wetsuit.
How are these August sea temperatures calculated?: Each figure is a long-term monthly average sea surface temperature for that location, so it reflects a typical August rather than today's reading. Open a beach page for the live water temperature and 7-day forecast.

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