South Beach Conditions Today
Live water temperature, tides, waves, and UV for South Beach, Massachusetts
Updated 4:00 AM EDT
Current conditions
Best time to go today
Morning
6 AM – 11 AM
72/100
- 56°F, wind 13 mph
- Low UV (1)
Midday
11 AM – 3 PM
72/100
- 60°F, wind 8 mph
- Moderate UV (3)
Afternoon
3 PM – 7 PM
72/100
- 60°F, wind 10 mph
- Low UV (3)
- Golden hour before sunset
Best for
Rip current risk
NWS BOX Surf Zone Forecast, issued 2026-10-12. Always follow lifeguard instructions and posted flags.
Today's tide schedule
| Tide | Time EDT | Height |
|---|---|---|
| ⬆️ High | 2:31 AM | 2.0 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 7:27 AM | 0.6 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 2:30 PM | 2.5 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 8:09 PM | 0.2 ft |
Predictions from NOAA station Edgartown · 3.9 km away.
About South Beach
South Beach sits on the Massachusetts coast, where the water runs from about 39°F in February to 69°F in August.
The water here never averages above 70°F — even in August, the warmest month, it sits around 69°F. Most people wear a wetsuit.
Today it is 63°F. That is right on the October average of 63°F for this beach.
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Edgartown about 3.9 km away on the open coast.
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good beach day at South Beach?
We score today 72 out of 100 — good. The best window is morning (6 AM – 11 AM).
How warm is the water at South Beach?
About 63°F. That is right on the October average of 63°F for this beach.
Are there rip currents at South Beach today?
The National Weather Service rates the rip current risk at South Beach as high for the rest of today. Life-threatening rip currents are likely in the surf zone — stay out of the water or swim only at guarded beaches.
Where do the tide times on this page come from?
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Edgartown about 3.9 km away on the open coast.