South Beach, United States of America - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

South Beach is a renowned shoreline situated on Miami Beach island city, accessible from the mainland via a plethora of bridges.

This picturesque beach is popular among the youthful and thrill-seeking crowds by day, and boasts a luxurious and glamorous atmosphere come nightfall, attracting distinguished and affluent individuals from all over, especially during spring break.

Adorned with a sweeping expanse of golden sands and framed by towering palm trees set against a backdrop of art deco architecture, South Beach has captivated audiences and appearances in various movies and music.

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What to do at South Beach?

Bars

Best bars near South Beach include Margarita Beach Club, Baia Beach Club Miami, Bar Collins at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Lost Weekend, HIGHBAR Pool + Bar + Sky, Bar Idol, Minibar and The Porch Bar & Bites.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near South Beach include Miami Mediterranean, Sunny's, Matilda's Kitchen, Safron Mediterranean Grill, Il Pastaiolo | Italian Restaurant in Miami Beach, Yardbird Table & Bar, Gutenburg, The Place Restaurant & Bar and Kantina Restaurant.

Where to Stay near South Beach?

For a quintessential Miami Beach experience, consider staying in the vibrant Art Deco Historic District, which is within walking distance to South Beach and offers a variety of boutique hotels. Alternatively, the nearby neighborhoods of Downtown Miami and Brickell provide more upscale accommodation options and are just a short drive away, allowing visitors to enjoy both the beach and the city's dynamic nightlife.

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

Where is South Beach?

Latitude: 25.7826 / Longitude: -80.1341

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

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South Beach: Weather Today

📅 Friday, October 17, 2025

Summary
Full Forecast

Overall, it's an average beach day in Miami. The max air temperature is 28 °C, making it warm enough for most beach activities. There's a slight chance of drizzle, so you might encounter a few sprinkles. The wind will be moderate, and the sea temperature is a comfortable 28.5 °C, ideal for swimming. Waves are moderate with a height of 1.0 m. The sun will be somewhat filtered by clouds, with a moderate cloud cover. The UV index is under 6, so protection isn't essential, but still good to consider.

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Air

Low / High	23.8°C/28°C
Feels Like (High)	28.9°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	28.5 °C
Wave Height	1.0 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	8%
Rainfall	0.1 mm
Rain Duration	1 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	07:20/18:50
Sunshine Hours	10.5 hrs
UV Index	5.85
Cloud Cover	33%

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Wind

Speed	28.8 km/h
Gusts	36 km/h
Direction	NE

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