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Siesta Beach

USA

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#42 IN THE WORLD

DISCOVER THE DISTINCT WHITE SAND OF FLORIDA KEYS

Siesta Beach, located on Siesta Key, stands out for its rare, powdery white sand made up of 99% pure quartz from the Appalachian Mountains, which stays cool to the touch even under the hot Florida sun. This unique sand is one of the key features that sets Siesta Beach apart, often dubbed the “world's finest, whitest sand.” The gentle slope of the beach, combined with the shallow, calm waters, makes it ideal for swimming and wading, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for families. Siesta Beach is also known for its pristine surroundings, free from large developments, which helps preserve its natural beauty and makes it one of the top beaches to visit in the U.S.

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EASY TO ENTER

The water at Siesta Beach is very easy to enter, with calm waters and a sandy bottom.

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OFTEN CALM WATER

The ocean at Siesta Beach is usually very calm, making it easy to relax in the water.

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FREQUENTLY IDYLLIC

Your odds of perfect beach days are much higher than average at Siesta Beach.

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W "What makes Siesta Beach truly special is its sand. The beach is famous for its 99% pure quartz sand, which is powdery white and incredibly fine."

- Suze Renner, luxurycolumnist

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Siesta Beach WEATHER AVERAGES

AVG. HIGH AVG. LOW RAINY DAYS
JANUARY 22 ° 12 ° 6.1
FEBRUARY 22 ° 13 ° 5.7
MARCH 24 ° 15 ° 6.9
APRIL 27 ° 17 ° 5.6
MAY 29 ° 20 ° 7.3
JUNE 31 ° 23 ° 15.7
JULY 32 ° 24 ° 19.8
AUGUST 32 ° 24 ° 20.3
SEPTEMBER 31 ° 23 ° 15.2
OCTOBER 29 ° 20 ° 7.5
NOVEMBER 26 ° 16 ° 4.4
DECEMBER 23 ° 14 ° 5.1
IN-DEPTH Siesta Beach WEATHER DATA icon

THE PERFECT DAY AT Siesta Beach

  • WIND

    Look for days where the wind will be blowing from behind the beach towards the water, as well as days with little to no wind.

  • HURRICANES

    Note that Hurricane seasons runs from June through November. Beware of a very small risk of a hurricane during this time.

  • CLEAR SKIES

    Try to visit during the drier months of the year to maximize your chances at seeing Siesta Beach at its best.

  • CALM SEAS

    During the windier months of the year the ocean is more likely to be rough and wavey, creating less than idyllic conditions.