Alabama, United States
Gulf of Mexico30.25°N, 87.70°WStation UN-ALA-GUL

Gulf Shores Public Beach Sea Water Temperature

A subtropical beach on the Gulf of Mexico, warmest around August at about 29.8°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Gulf Shores Public Beach water temperature

29.1
84.4°FTropical Warm (> 28°C)

Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling.

+0°vs Sep avgGulf of Mexico30.25°N, 87.70°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
31°C
87.1°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Sunrise
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

Open-Meteo ocean model
Today
WedSep 30
29.1°C
84.4°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
ThuOct 1
29.4°C
84.9°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
FriOct 2
29.5°C
85.1°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
SatOct 3
29.4°C
84.9°F
Waves: 0.6m
Tropical
SunOct 4
29.1°C
84.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Tropical
MonOct 5
28.8°C
83.8°F
Waves: 0.9m
Tropical
TueOct 6
28.7°C
83.7°F
Waves: 1m
Tropical
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Gulf Shores Public Beach.
Confidence: High

Gulf Shores Public Beach Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Gulf Shores Public Beach occurs inMay, June, July, August, September, October — peaking at29.8°C (85.6°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
18
Jan
17
Feb
19
Mar
21
Apr
25
May
28
Jun
29
Jul
30
Aug
Current
29
Sep
26
Oct
23
Nov
20
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January14.3°C17.9°C19.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
February13.6°C17°C22.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
March15.2°C18.9°C22.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
April18.4°C21.2°C23.6°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
May21.7°C25.1°C28.6°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
June25.7°C28.1°C29.8°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
July27.6°C29.3°C31°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
August26.9°C29.8°C31.5°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent27.4°C29.1°C31.3°CTropical Warm (> 28°C)
October23.1°C26.1°C28.6°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
November20.2°C22.5°C25.7°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
December17.7°C19.6°C21.6°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Gulf Shores Public Beach

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Gulf Shores Public Beach today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Gulf Shores Public Beach this time of year is 29.1°C (84.4°F) — classified as Tropical Warm (> 28°C). Very warm bath-like water. Zero chill, exceptional for relaxation and snorkeling. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Gulf Shores Public Beach?

The highest water temperatures in Gulf Shores Public Beach typically occur duringMay, June, July, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Gulf Shores Public Beach in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Gulf Shores Public Beach average around29.1°C (84.4°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 27.4°C and a maximum of 31.3°C.

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