Storm-aware Friday with an 88.2°F Gulf reading.

Siesta Key weather and Gulf conditions

Today is still in progress. The National Weather Service Siesta Key point forecast calls for a forecast high near 89°F, a forecast low around 78°F tonight, scattered showers and thunderstorms, and a heat index as high as 100°F. National Weather Service KSRQ measured 77°F and clear conditions at 7:40am EDT. NOAA/NDBC station 42013 reported 31.2°C (88.2°F) Gulf water at 10:35 UTC (6:35am EDT). Check the National Weather Service Tampa Bay surf-zone forecast, posted beach flags and lifeguard guidance before swimming.

High: 89°F · Low: 78°F · Gulf water: 88.2°F

Forecast high and low are from the September 11 National Weather Service Siesta Key point forecast; the current KSRQ observation is from the National Weather Service. Gulf water is the 6:35am EDT September 11 NOAA/NDBC station 42013 observation; beach hazards are from the National Weather Service Tampa Bay surf-zone forecast.

Use the clear morning and let thunder set the schedule.

Start with a flexible morning beach window, carry water and plan a shaded or air-conditioned stop during the hottest stretch. At the first sound of thunder, leave the water and beach immediately and wait for official guidance before returning.

Keep the island loop easy when skies change.

Siesta Free Ride can connect the beach, Village, restaurants and your hotel without another parking search, so your group can pivot easily when a shower moves through.