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Photo: Fort Pickens Area - Gulf Islands National Seashore (27809207236) by Tony Webster from Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States (CC BY-SA 2.0) License

Gulf Island National Seashore

Park · Pensacola Beach, Florida

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal.

  • Water temp 72°F (22°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy PCLF1 (14.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • A Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal. — NWS Mobile AL
  • Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy PCLF1, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for Florida yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 72°F at Gulf Island National Seashore now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance
Editor's Notes
Gulf Islands National Seashore protects the longest stretch of federally protected seashore in the country — miles of dazzling white quartz sand and clear emerald water, dotted with historic 19th-century coastal forts.

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Weather at Gulf Island National Seashore

57°F, Clear · H 75° / L 52° · 2% chance of rain
H: 75° L: 52°
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Feels like 51°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
61%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
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59°
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53°
9 AM
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60°
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71°
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75°
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67°
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61°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Gulf Island National Seashore?
Gulf Island National Seashore is a park in Pensacola Beach, Florida.
What is the water temperature at Gulf Island National Seashore?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Gulf Island National Seashore in Pensacola Beach, Florida is 72°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy PCLF1, 14.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Gulf Island National Seashore?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Mobile Coastal; Baldwin Coastal; Escambia Coastal; Santa Rosa Coastal; Okaloosa Coastal. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Gulf Island National Seashore rated?
Gulf Island National Seashore in Pensacola Beach, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.9 out of 5, based on 451 reviews.

Location & Contact

1 FL-399, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561

Pensacola Beach, Florida 32561

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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