Daytona Beach Shores water temperature today

Daytona Beach Shores, Florida

Daytona Beach Shores water temperature today is 73°F. Is it cold? It's warm for most people, so plan on boardshorts.

Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.

Daytona Beach Shores water stays swimmable most of the year, but winter cold fronts can drop temps fast. Hurricane season brings the warmest water alongside the best waves. This guide helps you pick the right rubber for each season.

73°F2° this week
Boardshorts

Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini

7-Day Temperature Trend

Data from Sunglow Pier · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

Sunglow Pier surf break
73°F

Sunglow Pier

Boardshorts

Surf spots in Daytona Beach Shores

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Featured Beaches(1)

Sunglow Pier

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Sunglow Pier is a pier-influenced surf zone at Daytona Beach Shores in Volusia County. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Spot guide for Daytona Beach Shores

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

Sunglow Pier
pier
intermediate-advanced

Sunglow Pier is a pier-influenced surf zone at Daytona Beach Shores in Volusia County. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

What to know about water temperature

  • Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
  • Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
  • Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
  • Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions

Surf Guides for Daytona Beach Shores

Conditions

Dawn Patrol
Best early morning sessions
Sunset Sessions
Evening golden hour spots
Tide Windows
Optimal tidal conditions
Water Temperature
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Style

Less Crowded
Quieter lineups & backups

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Daytona Beach Shores

Daytona Beach Shores water is 73°F today, which is warm for most people, so most surfers wear boardshorts. Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
Daytona Beach Shores water is 73°F today. Readings differ from beach to beach and through the day, so check the per-beach temperatures on this page before you go.
Water temperatures in Daytona Beach Shores typically range from 65-85°F. For summer, boardshorts is recommended. In winter, you'll want 3/2mm. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
Yes! During May-October, water temperatures in Daytona Beach Shores are warm enough to surf in boardshorts. Outside that window, boardshorts is a good baseline for comfortable sessions.