Swimming
Miami Beach is world-renowned for its beautiful beaches and vibrant coastline. Learn more about where to swim, current beach conditions and advisories.
Ocean Beach Water Quality & Swimming Advisories
There are no Florida Department of Health (FDOH) swimming advisories for Miami Beach ocean beaches today.
- An estimated 98% of FDOH Healthy Beaches monitoring events in 2026 have NOT resulted in a swimming advisory
- Ocean beaches are designated recreational swimming areas and FDOH may issue official swimming advisories
- Weekly beach monitoring locations by FDOH include 79 St, 73 St, 53 St, 21 St, and South Pointe Drive
- Click here to learn more about the status of beaches in Miami Beach and Miami Dade County
The FDOH Healthy Beaches Program publishes water quality test results and advisories for beaches across the state. South Florida experiences heavy rainfall during the rainy season (May through October). During this time, stormwater runoff often flows into the bay and ocean, carrying pollutants that can affect water quality. Because of this, both residents and visitors are advised to consult current water conditions and health advisories after significant rain events to ensure safe beach use.
Click here to view all of the city's water quality advisories
Where to Swim
Beaches
The City of Miami Beach invites everyone to enjoy swimming and recreation along our 7-mile stretch of beaches. Lifeguard stands are positioned throughout and are staffed by trained professionals who monitor beachgoers and post flag warnings to indicate ocean conditions — such as strong currents, riptides, marine life presence and water quality. To ensure swimmer safety, boating traffic is restricted by swim buoys.
Location of Lifeguard Towers - City of Miami BeachÂ
Swimming Pools
Miami Beach offers public swimming pools at two locations: Flamingo Park and Normandy Isles. Both facilities feature lap lanes, children play areas, recreational programming and locker rooms. Check below for hours of operations and to plan your visit.
Flamingo and Normandy Pools - City of Miami BeachÂ
Beach Conditions
Before heading out, make sure to check current beach conditions, including tide information, swimming advisories, water temperature, lifeguard duty hours and more. You can even view our two live webcams! Click below for more information.
Current Beach Conditions - City of Miami Beach Â
