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Siesta Beach
Public beach · Sarasota, Florida
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temp 82°F (28°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy 42013 (23.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 5:35 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 42013, as of Oct 20, 5:35 AM UTC
No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Fine white quartz sand that stays cool plus a playground, tennis courts & year-round lifeguards.
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68°F, Clear · H 81° / L 66° · 4% chance of rain3-day forecast









Frequently asked questions
- Where is Siesta Beach?
- Siesta Beach is a public beach in Sarasota, Florida.
- What is the water temperature at Siesta Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Siesta Beach in Sarasota, Florida is 82°F (28°C), measured by NOAA buoy 42013, 23.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at Siesta Beach?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 82°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Siesta Beach rated?
- Siesta Beach in Sarasota, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 26415 reviews.
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🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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