Beach Weather in Smathers Beach, Key West, United States

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Beach Weather Today in Smathers Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 35%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Smathers Beach faces South-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:55 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 88% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Smathers Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

SMATHERS BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 22° 24° 24° 24° 22°
2% 2% 5% 14% 87% 40% 88% 46%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 22° 22° 22° 22° 22° 22°
39% 39% 51% 60% 69% 58% 37% 33%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23°
66% 98% 98% 91% 55% 36% 45% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 24° 23° 23° 23° 23° 23° 22°
0% 13% 76% 56% 86% 88% 12% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 19° 19° 20° 21° 22° 22°
20% 39% 53% 62% 63% 81% 87% 65%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 22° 22°
59% 88% 64% 63% 63% 43% 15% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22°
16% 26% 39% 34% 44% 55% 42% 66%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
28
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
30
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.9s 3.5s 3.8s 3.9s 3.9s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
25
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
3.9s 3.9s 3.6s 3.8s 3.8s 4.8s 4.6s 4.3s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
32
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
3.9s 3.7s 3.4s 4.7s 4.5s 4.3s 4.3s 4.2s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
43
kmh
39
kmh
40
kmh
35
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
0.9m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.1m
1.5m
1.7m
1.6m
4.2s 4.2s 4.2s 8.0s 8.4s 8.4s 8.3s 8.3s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
28
kmh
24
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
8.1s 7.8s 7.3s 6.8s 6.4s 6.3s 5.6s 5.1s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
5.1s 5.1s 4.9s 4.7s 4.6s 4.5s 4.4s 4.2s
Thu 8th January
12:08 AM 6:32 AM 12:49 PM 6:55 PM
0.53 0.02 0.47 0.06
Fri 9th January
1:03 AM 7:10 AM 1:31 PM 8:04 PM
0.45 0.07 0.50 0.06
Sat 10th January
2:05 AM 7:49 AM 2:17 PM 9:16 PM
0.38 0.10 0.51 0.04
Sun 11th January
3:21 AM 8:31 AM 3:06 PM 10:28 PM
0.32 0.13 0.52 0.02
Mon 12th January
4:47 AM 9:16 AM 3:59 PM 11:34 PM
0.28 0.15 0.53 -0.01
Tue 13th January
6:06 AM 10:07 AM 4:52 PM
0.26 0.16 0.54
Wed 14th January
12:31 AM 7:05 AM 10:59 AM 5:44 PM
-0.05 0.26 0.15 0.56
Thu 8th January
25°
0.1mm
20kmh E
35%
Fri 9th January
22°
0.0mm
26kmh ESE
48%
Sat 10th January
23°
0.0mm
22kmh ESE
61%
Sun 11th January
23°
0.3mm
19kmh ENE
41%
Mon 12th January
22°
0.0mm
37kmh NE
58%
Tue 13th January
22°
0.0mm
26kmh NE
50%
Wed 14th January
22°
0.0mm
13kmh NE
40%
Thu 15th January
21°
0.0mm
14kmh NNW
61%
Fri 16th January
19°
0.0mm
19kmh NE
41%
Sat 17th January
22°
0.0mm
31kmh ENE
32%
Sun 18th January
24°
0.7mm
6kmh E
48%
Mon 19th January
21°
0.0mm
34kmh NE
21%
Tue 20th January
22°
0.0mm
29kmh ENE
62%
Wed 21st January
24°
0.1mm
26kmh ESE
45%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 46%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Smathers Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Holiday at Smathers Beach, Key West, Florida

Smathers Beach is located in Key West, Monroe County, Florida, United States. It is the largest public beach in Key West and a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Beach Type

Smathers Beach features powdery white sand that stretches over two miles along the Atlantic Ocean. The water is warm and clear, making it perfect for swimming and wading. While there aren't many rocks or reefs directly off the shore, there are still ample opportunities for snorkeling and diving nearby.

Recommended Beach Activities

  1. Swimming: The calm and warm waters of Smathers Beach make it an ideal place for swimming. The shallow depths near the shore are perfect for novice swimmers or those looking to relax in the water.

  2. Sunbathing: With its soft white sand, Smathers Beach is a great spot to soak up some sun and work on your tan.

  3. Windsurfing: The consistent winds at Smathers Beach provide excellent conditions for windsurfing - whether you're a beginner or an expert.

  4. Paddleboarding: Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has become increasingly popular at Smathers Beach due to the calm waters and beautiful views of the surrounding area.

  5. Jet Skiing: Rent a jet ski and explore the coastline at your own pace, enjoying the thrill of speeding across the water.

  6. Parasailing: For those looking for an adrenaline rush, parasailing offers stunning views of Key West from above while being towed behind a boat.

  7. Snorkeling & Diving: Although there isn't much coral or marine life directly off of Smathers Beach, nearby reef sites like Sand Key and Eastern Dry Rocks offer great snorkeling and diving opportunities with vibrant fish populations.

Accommodation Options

There are several beach resorts and hotels near Smathers Beach, offering a variety of lodging options to suit different budgets and preferences. Some popular choices include:

These hotels are close to the beach and offer easy access to other attractions in Key West. Additionally, staying in the Old Town area of Key West provides a more authentic experience with its historic buildings, restaurants, shops, and nightlife.

Beach Amenities

Smathers Beach offers various amenities for visitors to enjoy their stay:

  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Picnic tables and barbecue grills
  • Volleyball courts
  • Free parking
  • Food trucks and concession stands
  • Beach chair and umbrella rentals

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