Can you swim here today?
Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park
New Smyrna Beach, Florida · Park
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Mary McLeod Bethune Beach Park is 78°F (25°C), measured by NOAA buoy 41070, 23.5 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas.
- A Rip Current Statement is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas. — NWS Melbourne FL
- A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas. — NWS Melbourne FL
- Water temperature is 78°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 41070, as of Oct 20, 9:25 AM UTC
Water temp
78°F
25°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy 41070 (23.5 mi away), as of Oct 20, 9:25 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.