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East winds of 15 to 20 mph accompany partly cloudy skies and a high of 80°F today, but a 20% chance of late-afternoon showers signals wetter conditions ahead for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
NOAA data forecasts the strongest tide at 10:06 p.m., offering prime fishing and boating conditions for Treasure Coast residents after work.
NOAA data forecasts a -0.1 ft low at 4:33 p.m., drawing strong currents that attract snook and redfish to Indian River County's jetty rocks.
NOAA predicts a -0.3-foot drop at 3:57 p.m. on April 3, exposing nearshore structures for Treasure Coast anglers seeking prime catches.
East winds will reach 30 mph today with highs in the lower 80s, giving way to a 40% chance of rain Sunday in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
Treasure Coast anglers eye prime surf fishing as an afternoon low hits -0.2 feet amid dry, low-humidity conditions in Indian River County.
Anglers in St. Lucie County can target prime fishing during the afternoon's -0.4-foot low at 3:21 p.m. and evening high at 9:45 p.m., per NOAA data.
Anglers target St. Lucie Inlet with a 2.8-foot morning high at 8:58 a.m. and afternoon low of -0.3 feet at 3:05 p.m., per NOAA data.
Residents face a 50% rain chance with east winds gusting to 25 mph today, but conditions improve Friday with only 20% shower risk before weekend returns.
Anglers and boaters in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties can target prime fishing windows with lows at 3:04 a.m. and 3:18 p.m., per NOAA data.
Anglers and boaters in St. Lucie County can time trips around two negative lows and strong highs for optimal fishing and navigation, NOAA data shows.
Easterly winds gusting to 20 mph and a 50% rain chance will hit Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties Thursday, prompting boaters and beachgoers to prepare.
Indian River County anglers and boaters can exploit morning and evening highs up to 2.8 feet for prime fishing and navigation amid exposed sandbars.
Anglers in Martin County can target baitfish during the morning high at 7:42 a.m. and wade-fish amid afternoon lows dipping to -0.2 feet on March 31, 2026.
Dry Wednesday offers a brief respite in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties before gusty winds and a 50% rain chance arrive Thursday.
Anglers and boaters in Indian River County can capitalize on strong high tides at 6:42 a.m. and 7:04 p.m., with low tides offering slack periods for access.
East winds gusting to 25 mph bring a 40% rain chance and possible thunderstorms to Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties starting today, with highs in the upper 70s.
Boaters and surf fishermen in Indian River County face strong incoming tides before dawn, peaking at 4:40 a.m. with a near-zero low overnight for optimal fishing.
St. Lucie County boaters and anglers can expect strong currents through the inlet from the 4:20 a.m. high to the 10:33 a.m. low, perfect for wade fishing and beachcombing.
Martin County boaters can capitalize on the 10:27 a.m. low tide, channeling baitfish along St. Lucie River edges for prime angling opportunities.
Boaters and beachgoers enjoy near-perfect conditions through the weekend, but patchy fog may slow Thursday morning commutes in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties brace for a 60% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms, with conditions easing into a clearer week by Tuesday.
Treasure Coast residents will benefit from improved storm tracking tools and surge maps starting in 2026, as forecasters scrap the name tied to last year's deadly impacts.
Northeast winds up to 30 mph arrive Saturday afternoon, bringing a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms through Monday in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
Showers and thunderstorms arrive Saturday afternoon with gusty northeast winds up to 30 mph, while Sunday brings continued unsettled weather and winds to 25 mph.
Treasure Coast anglers and boaters can capitalize on the -0.1-foot low at 9:07 p.m. March 25, 2026, for prime fishing and inlet access.
Anglers can target trout, snook and redfish in shallow flats as tides drop to 0.3 feet at 8:13 a.m. along the St. Lucie River.
The revamped graphic will clarify storm track uncertainty, aiding Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River residents in making informed evacuation choices during approaching threats.
NWS Melbourne warns of northeast winds up to 25 mph with gusts reaching 40 mph from 2 p.m. Saturday to 5 a.m. Sunday in coastal Indian River, Martin and St. Lucie counties.
National Weather Service Melbourne warns of 6- to 10-foot waves and dangerous rip currents hitting Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties from Saturday through early Monday.
Anglers target snook and redfish on exposed grass flats during the 8:18 a.m. low tide in St. Lucie County.
The National Weather Service launched the routine balloon on March 23 to collect atmospheric data for local forecasts in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
Anglers and boaters can plan around a strong morning low and negative evening tide amid dry, low-humidity conditions in Indian River County.
NOAA forecasts expose flats and nearshore spots for Treasure Coast anglers under partly cloudy skies with low rain chances.
A 0.2-foot low at 7:06 a.m. and -0.2-foot low at 7:14 p.m. reveal grass flats and sandbars along the St. Lucie River, ideal for Treasure Coast anglers.
Boaters and beachgoers can enjoy highs in the lower 80s and shifting winds Tuesday, but showers and thunderstorms with a 40% chance arrive Wednesday afternoon.
National Weather Service warns swimmers to stay out of the surf at Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin county beaches due to deadly conditions extending into Palm Beach County.
Treasure Coast anglers can target snook, redfish and flounder amid strong currents near the jetties during the late evening low tide, NOAA predicts.
Treasure Coast anglers and boaters get two high tides and a deep afternoon low amid mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures on March 23, 2026.
Residents in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties enjoy highs near 82 degrees and 20% rain chances through midweek before possible onshore moisture.
Dry weather holds through Tuesday with highs in the lower 80s before rain chances rise Wednesday, forecasts the National Weather Service in Melbourne.
Anglers in St. Lucie County waters gain prime wading and flats fishing windows from the extreme low tide at 5:27 p.m., per NOAA predictions.
Martin County boaters and anglers can expect a shallow morning low at -0.1 feet for prime fishing, followed by a 2.7-foot high tide pushing currents through local inlets.
Clear skies prevail with no rain and light winds shifting east by afternoon, as lows dip to upper 50s overnight and the mild pattern holds through Tuesday, per NWS Melbourne.
St. Lucie County boaters, anglers and beachgoers can seize prime conditions for wading, clamming and offshore runs amid strong tidal swings on March 21.
Boaters and anglers will enjoy prime wade fishing and shell hunting along the St. Lucie River amid partly cloudy skies and mid-70s temperatures.
Treasure Coast residents can expect clear weather with highs in the mid-70s Saturday and lower 80s Sunday, ideal for boating and beach outings through Monday.
An unusually low -0.7-foot tide at 3:55 p.m. primes St. Lucie coastline for flats fishing and shellfish gathering, but warns shallow-draft boaters to proceed with caution.
Treasure Coast anglers can capitalize on favorable morning highs, but a sharp negative low at 3:43 p.m. will drain local flats hard.
Showers taper off by Saturday morning, delivering highs near 80 and light winds ideal for boaters and beachgoers in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties.
