Jacksonville Beach: 2nd Ave. S
About
Jacksonville Beach: 2nd Ave. S is a public beach access point in Florida, about a mile from the center of Jacksonville Beach. Lifeguards are on duty here, and parking is available, which makes it a straightforward spot for a beach day. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show April highs around 77°F and October highs near 80°F, while midsummer brings highs near 89°F and the most wet days of the year. For a change from the sand, several trails sit a short drive inland. Willie Brown Trail is about 8 miles away, Timucuan Trail and Spanish Pond Trail are each a little over 8 miles off, and the TIMU-FOCA Visitor Center Trails are about 9.5 miles away.
Beach Details
Lifeguards
On duty (often seasonal)
Parking
Lot
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Jacksonville Beach: 2nd Ave. S
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Oct–May. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 65–83°F and lows of 49–70°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Jacksonville Beach, FL weather station, 0.3 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.
- Jan65° high49° low
- Feb68° high52° low
- Mar72° high57° low
- Apr77° high63° low
- May83° high70° low
- Jun87° high75° low
- Jul89° high77° low
- Aug89° high77° low
- Sep86° high76° low
- Oct80° high69° low
- Nov73° high60° low
- Dec67° high53° low
Nearby
- Willie Brown TrailHiking8.1 mi
- Timucuan TrailHiking8.4 mi
- Spanish Pond TrailHiking8.6 mi
- TIMU-FOCA Visitor Center TrailsHiking9.5 mi
- TIMU-FOCA-Hammock TrailHiking9.6 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
