Clearwater Beach · Florida · USA
Clearwater Beach
You'll feel the sand squeak beneath your feet—a signature of the pure quartz that blankets this famous stretch. Pelicans dive beyond the shallows while kids build castles in sand so fine it clings to sunscreen. The water stays shallow for fifty yards, warm as bathwater most months.
Reading live conditions…
Live from Open-Meteo · sea surface temperature and wave data modelled at 1-km grid resolution for Clearwater Beach. Numbers refresh at the hourly tick.
- Purity
- 0%
- Conditions
- 0%
- Crowd
- 0%
- Vibe
- 0%
The OnlyBeaches Index weighs four pillars against your chosen persona. Purity comes from water clarity and air-quality heuristics; Conditions from Open-Meteo waves, wind and temperatures; Crowd from historical patterns; Vibe from nearby events within 50 km. The score rebalances throughout the day.
You'll feel the sand squeak beneath your feet—a signature of the pure quartz that blankets this famous stretch. Pelicans dive beyond the shallows while kids build castles in sand so fine it clings to sunscreen. The water stays shallow for fifty yards, warm as bathwater most months.
Photos
8 captures from Clearwater Beach
About this beach
Where it is
Clearwater Beach
Clearwater Beach, Florida, USA
27.9773°, -82.8272°
Top things to do
At Clearwater Beach
Wade the Shallows
Bathwater warmth, gentle Gulf waves
Pier 60 Sunset
Street performers, artisans, tangerine skies
Paddleboard Rentals
Calm mornings, dolphin sightings possible
Beachfront Grouper
Frenchy's Rockaway: fried, blackened, grilled
Near this beach
Places, rentals, tours and events within walking and driving distance of Clearwater Beach.
Questions people actually ask about Clearwater Beach.
Is Clearwater Beach safe for swimming?
Clearwater Beach is generally very safe for swimming, with lifeguards on duty daily and calm Gulf waters. The beach consistently earns excellent water quality ratings. Gentle waves make it ideal for families with children. However, always check posted flag warnings before entering the water—red flags indicate dangerous conditions. Jellyfish can occasionally be present, particularly in summer months. Stingrays inhabit shallow waters, so do the "stingray shuffle" by sliding your feet along the sand when entering. Overall, it's one of Florida's safest and most swimmer-friendly beaches.
When is the best time to visit Clearwater Beach?
Clearwater Beach enjoys pleasant weather year-round, but March through May offers ideal conditions with temperatures in the 70s-80s°F, lower humidity, and fewer crowds than summer. Summer (June-August) brings hot, humid weather and afternoon thunderstorms, plus peak tourist season. Fall offers warm water and fewer visitors, though hurricane season runs June through November. Winter (December-February) sees cooler temperatures (60s-70s°F) and occasional chilly days, but remains popular with snowbirds. For the famous sunset celebrations at Pier 60, visit during clear weather regardless of season.
