Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach is a small coastal city situated on the eastern coast of Florida in the United States. Formerly known as Pablo Beach, the name of the city was changed in 1925.

Discover excellent places to stay near Jacksonville Beach and enjoy a relaxing family beach day with lifeguard supervision.

Despite being the main beach of the city, it is surprisingly not overcrowded. Jacksonville Beach is an ideal destination for a romantic walk, refreshing swim or fun family beach day. The beach is supervised by lifeguards making it suitable for families with young children or inexperienced swimmers.

What to do at Jacksonville Beach?

Bars

Best bars near Jacksonville Beach include The Shim Sham Room, Surfer [The Bar], The Wreck Tiki Lounge, The Ritz, Salt, Brix Taphouse, Jekyll Brewing - Jax Beach and Flask and Cannon.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Jacksonville Beach include Tulua Bistro Jax Beach, Grom, Pinto Thai Bistro, Jax Beach Brunch Haus, Wendy's, The G.O.A.T Tapas & Bar, Burrito Gallery Jax Beach and Carrabba's Italian Grill.

Where to Stay near Jacksonville Beach?

If you’re planning a trip to Jacksonville Beach, consider staying in the Jacksonville Beach area itself, which offers accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Alternatively, the nearby town of Ponte Vedra Beach is a popular choice for its upscale resorts and golf courses, adding variety to your beach-centric itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Jacksonville Beach?

Latitude: 30.2828515 / Longitude: -81.3869873

Jacksonville Beach is located in Jacksonville. The following map of Jacksonville Beach shows the exact location.

Jacksonville Beach: Weather Today

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today is a fantastic day to head out to Jacksonville Beach for some time by the water. You can expect plenty of sunshine throughout the day, making it an ideal choice for sunbathing and relaxing on the sand. The air will feel quite warm with a maximum temperature of 31.3 °C. Since the UV Index is reaching 8.65, remember to apply plenty of sunscreen and find shade during the peak afternoon hours. The water is pleasantly warm at 29.8 °C and feels very inviting for a swim. While there is a light breeze, the waves remain gentle, creating calm conditions for those who want to wade or enjoy the shoreline. It is a beautiful day to soak up the coastal atmosphere and enjoy the outdoors.
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Air

Low / High24.4°C/31.3°C
Feels Like (High)38.7°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature29.8 °C
Wave Height0.6 m
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Rain

Rain Chance1%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:39/20:24
Sunshine Hours13.0 hrs
UV Index8.65
Cloud Cover21%
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Wind

Speed20.9 km/h
Gusts30.6 km/h
DirectionSE

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