Good morning, West End PCB family! Once that light early morning fog burns off, we are in store for a gorgeous, mostly sunny day with temperatures climbing into the mid-80s. With gentle westerly breezes and warm emerald waters, it is shaping up to be a fantastic day to spend along our sugar-white sands.
Panama City Beach Conditions: Yellow Flag – Medium hazard. Moderate surf and/or strong currents. Swim with care.
Morning Flag Status (Updated 5:00 AM Central): The active beach safety flag flying along Panama City Beach is Yellow Flag.
Always check the posted physical flags when arriving at your beach access, as lifeguards may update conditions throughout the day.
Today’s Panama City Beach Conditions & Coastal Outlook
Air & Gulf Water Temperatures
- Air High: 84°F
- Gulf Water Temp: 82°F (measured at the Russell-Fields PCB Pier)
🏖️ Daily Tip: With highs reaching 84°F under bright skies, pack plenty of fresh water to stay hydrated and bring along a beach umbrella for some midday shade.
Tides, Surf & Marine Safety
- Today’s Tides: Low Tide: 11:05 AM (0.3 ft) | High Tide: 12:27 AM (Oct 17) (1.8 ft) | Low Tide: 11:48 AM (Oct 17) (0.3 ft)
- Wind & Breeze: W at 5 mph
🚩 Surf Safety: The Gulf is a comfortable 82°F, but currents are still active, so remember to swim near an open lifeguard tower and always check the physical flags flying at the beach access before entering the water.
Sun, Sunset & Weather Forecast
- Daily Forecast: Patchy fog before 9am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. West wind around 5 mph.
- Sunrise / Sunset: Sunrise at 6:46 AM • Sunset at 6:11 PM CDT
🌅 Sunset Tip: Sun protection is a must once the morning haze gives way to sunshine, and clear skies should set up a stunning Gulf view for tonight's 6:11 PM sunset.
