Lido beach is a park in Sarasota, Florida.

What is the water temperature at Lido beach?

As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Lido beach in Sarasota, Florida is 79°F (26°C), measured by NOAA buoy PMAF1, 22.7 miles away.

How is Lido beach rated?

Lido beach in Sarasota, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 797 reviews.

Updated August 16, 2026

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Lido beach

Park · Sarasota, Florida

4.8(797 reviews)

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 79°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temp 79°F (26°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy PMAF1 (22.7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories

Water temperature is 79°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy PMAF1, as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC

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

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It’s 79°F at Lido beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Editor's Notes

Lido Beach is the City of Sarasota's public beach on Lido Key, fronting the Gulf, with parking at 400 Ben Franklin Drive and a 25-meter lap pool at the beachfront pavilion. Picnic tables, restrooms and a playground round it out.

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Weather at Lido beach

64°F, Clear · H 82° / L 63° · 4% chance of rain3-day forecast

H: 82° L: 63°

Clear

64°

Feels like 61°

Precipitation

Humidity

81%

Wind

11 mph

UV Index

12 AM

67°

3 AM

65°

6 AM

64°

9 AM

66°

12 PM

78°

3 PM

81°

6 PM

80°

9 PM

74°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Lido beach?: Lido beach is a park in Sarasota, Florida.
What is the water temperature at Lido beach?: As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Lido beach in Sarasota, Florida is 79°F (26°C), measured by NOAA buoy PMAF1, 22.7 miles away.
Can you swim at Lido beach?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 79°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Lido beach rated?: Lido beach in Sarasota, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 797 reviews.

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Location & Contact

Lido Key, Sarasota, FL 34236

Sarasota, Florida 34236

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💡 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

🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Playground

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