Gulf Shores Beach Conditions

Current beach flag status and weather conditions

Red Flag

High hazard. Strong surf and/or currents.

Current Conditions

Gulf Temperature

84 degrees

Surf Conditions

Fair with waves around 2 to 3 feet and strong west running current.

Rip Current Forecast

Moderate Risk

Daily Weather

Mostly sunny with showers and thunderstorms likely. The high temperature is in the lower 90’s.

Wind

Northeast winds at 10 mph, becoming east in the afternoon.

UV Index

Extreme

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Tides

High Tide is at 3:33 AM. Low Tide is at 3:30 PM.

Beach Flag Legend

Green Flag

Low hazard. Calm conditions, exercise caution.

Yellow Flag

Medium hazard. Moderate surf and/or currents.

Red Flag

High hazard. Strong surf and/or currents.

Double Red Flag

Water is closed to public use.

Purple Flag

Dangerous marine life present.

Last updated: Date: 07/20/2026 and Time: 04:03 PM Central

Data source: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism Website