Longboat Key: Westfield St.
About
Westfield St. is a public beach access point on Longboat Key, Florida, about 2 miles from the town of Longboat Key. It's a straightforward spot to reach the shore, with parking at the access. Late fall through spring tends to be the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from the nearby Sarasota Bradenton airport weather station show November highs around 80°F and March highs near 78°F. Summer runs hotter, with highs in the low 90s and more frequent wet days from June through September. For a walk off the sand, the Leffis Key Trail and the Leffis Key Foot Path both lie about 6 miles away. Eagle Loop is roughly 9 miles off.
Beach Details
Parking
Small 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
Longboat Key: Westfield St.
Florida
Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata
Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: Nov–Apr. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 72–83°F and lows of 52–63°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Sarasota Bradenton Ap, FL weather station, 4.9 mi away. High / low in °F.
- Jan72° high52° low
- Feb75° high55° low
- Mar78° high58° low
- Apr83° high63° low
- May88° high68° low
- Jun90° high74° low
- Jul91° high75° low
- Aug92° high75° low
- Sep90° high74° low
- Oct86° high68° low
- Nov80° high60° low
- Dec75° high55° low
Nearby
- Leffis Key TrailHiking6.2 mi
- Leffis Key Foot PathHiking6.2 mi
- Eagle LoopHiking9.2 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
