Can you swim here today?
Butterbean Beach
Savannah, Georgia · Park
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Butterbean Beach is 87°F (31°C), measured by NOAA buoy FPKG1, 11.4 miles away.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Heat Advisory is in effect for Long; Inland Bryan; Coastal Bryan; Inland Chatham; Coastal Chatham; Inland Liberty; Coastal Liberty and other areas.
- A Heat Advisory is in effect for Long; Inland Bryan; Coastal Bryan; Inland Chatham; Coastal Chatham; Inland Liberty; Coastal Liberty and other areas. — NWS Charleston SC
- Water temperature is 87°F, warm enough that sun and heat are the main concerns. — NOAA buoy FPKG1, as of Aug 21, 8:00 PM UTC
Water temp
87°F
31°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Georgia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy FPKG1 (11.4 mi away), as of Aug 21, 8:00 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.