Geography of Clearwater Beach
Geography of Clearwater Beach: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Clearwater Beach
Hillsborough County is 23 mi to the east, Tampa is 23 mi to the east, Siesta Key Beach is 52 mi to the south and Myakka River State Park is 60 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 27°58′39″N 82°49′37.6″W (27.9775, -82.8271)
Quick facts about Clearwater Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 27°58′39″N 82°49′37.6″W (27.9775, -82.8271) |
| Known for | white quartz sand on the Gulf |
| Local time | 4:44 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | March, April and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Clearwater Beach is a beach in Florida. Clearwater Beach is a beach known for white quartz sand on the Gulf.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Clearwater Beach with mainly clear. It feels like 89°F. Today runs from 77°F to 87°F. Chance of precipitation is 39%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Clearwater Beach is March, April and November. The climate is temperate. July, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 50°F.
The closest major airport is Orlando International Airport (MCO), about 98 mi away. Nearby highlights include Siesta Key Beach, Myakka River State Park, Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 87°F is in line with the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Clearwater Beach today at 8.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Clearwater Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67° | 50° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 78° | 60° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 83° | 65° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 88° | 72° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 76° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 77° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 89° | 77° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 88° | 74° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 83° | 67° | 5,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 78° | 60° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 72° | 56° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Clearwater Beach?
Clearwater Beach is a beach in Florida. Its coordinates are 27.9775, -82.8271. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Clearwater Beach right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 77% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Clearwater Beach?
March, April and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Clearwater Beach, which has a temperate climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Clearwater Beach in?
Clearwater Beach observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 4:44 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Clearwater Beach?
The closest airports are Orlando International Airport (MCO), 98 mi away and Miami International Airport (MIA), 217 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Clearwater Beach?
Popular options include Siesta Key Beach, Myakka River State Park, Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, Blue Spring State Park and Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site).
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 4:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
