Manatee County Beach, FL
Sunrise to Sunset
861 miles
85
°F
6
10
mph
62
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 5 PM-6 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (18mph)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-2 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Manatee County Beach offers a blend of natural beauty and convenient amenities. Visitors consistently praise the clean, white sand, turquoise water, and stunning sunsets. The beach boasts free parking, restrooms, changing rooms, and even a tiki bar and restaurant, making it a popular destination for families and those seeking a relaxing beach day.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.9
Average Rating
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45 + reviews
Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 85° | 6 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 86° | 7 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 87° | 7 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 88° | 6 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 87° | 4 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 80° | 3 | 18 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 78° | 2 | 18 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 84°F | 1.4 ft | 3s | ↑ N | -1.0 ft |
| 13:00 | 84°F | 1.4 ft | 3s | ↑ N | -1.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 84°F | 1.3 ft | 3s | ↑ N | -1.4 ft |
| 15:00 | 84°F | 1.4 ft | 3s | ↗ NE | -1.4 ft |
| 16:00 | 84°F | 1.5 ft | 3s | → E | -1.4 ft |
| 17:00 | 84°F | 1.6 ft | 3s | → E | -1.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 84°F | 1.6 ft | 3s | → E | -0.8 ft |