Can you swim here today?
Choctaw Beach Park
Freeport, Florida · Park
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Choctaw Beach Park is 85°F (30°C), measured by NOAA buoy PCBF1, 32.5 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Heat Advisory is in effect for Coffee; Dale; Henry; Geneva; Houston; North Walton; Central Walton; Holmes; Washington; Jackson; Inland Bay and other areas.
- A Heat Advisory is in effect for Coffee; Dale; Henry; Geneva; Houston; North Walton; Central Walton; Holmes; Washington; Jackson; Inland Bay and other areas. — NWS Tallahassee FL
- Water temperature is 85°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy PCBF1, as of Aug 21, 5:48 PM UTC
Water temp
85°F
30°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy PCBF1 (32.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 5:48 PM 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.