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World's Most Famous Beach

Tourist attraction · Daytona 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 Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas.

  • Water temp 79°F (26°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy 41069 (13 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:08 AM UTC.

  • A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas. — NWS Melbourne FL
Why, sources & official advisories
  • A Rip Current Statement is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas. — NWS Melbourne FL
  • Water temperature is 79°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 41069, as of Oct 20, 7:08 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 79°F at World's Most Famous Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

RestroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Daytona's sand is packed hard enough to drive on — a tradition that helped make it a birthplace of American motorsport, where land-speed records were set on the beach itself long before Daytona International Speedway existed.

Weather at World's Most Famous Beach

73°F, Clear · H 76° / L 72° · 7% chance of rain
H: 76° L: 72°
Clear
Clear
73°
|
Feels like 68°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
60%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
73°
3 AM
Clear
73°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
9 AM
Sunny
74°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
76°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
75°
6 PM
Sunny
73°
9 PM
Clear
72°

Frequently asked questions

Where is World's Most Famous Beach?
World's Most Famous Beach is a tourist attraction in Daytona Beach, Florida.
What is the water temperature at World's Most Famous Beach?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at World's Most Famous Beach in Daytona Beach, Florida is 79°F (26°C), measured by NOAA buoy 41069, 13 miles away.
Can you swim at World's Most Famous Beach?
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Rip Current Statement is in effect for Coastal Volusia; Coastal Indian River; Coastal St. Lucie; Coastal Martin; Mainland Northern Brevard and other areas. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is World's Most Famous Beach rated?
World's Most Famous Beach in Daytona Beach, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 652 reviews.

Location & Contact

219 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118

Daytona Beach, Florida 32118

💡 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

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🚻 Restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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