Station Name: ST. JOHNS RIVER NEAR SANFORD, FL
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 16 feet / 5 meters

Nearest Address:
S Charles Richard Beall Blvd
DeBary, FL 32713
Volusia County

GPS Coordinates: 28.83804694, -81.3242323

Nearby Water Temperatures

Rip Current Statement issued October 16 at 2:20AM EDT until October 18 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Effective: Thu October 16, 2025, 2:20 AM
Expires: Sat October 18, 2025, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...All east central Florida beaches. * WHEN...Through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and signs. Entering the surf is strongly discouraged. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 2:13AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Effective: Fri October 17, 2025, 2:13 AM
Expires: Mon October 20, 2025, 4:00 AM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...All east central Florida beaches. * WHEN...Through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and signs. Entering the surf is strongly discouraged. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Flood Warning issued October 16 at 8:55PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Effective: Thu October 16, 2025, 8:55 PM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 12:00 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Lake and Volusia Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor remains in Moderate Flood Stage due to recent rainfall and downstream impacts from tides and surge. The river is forecast to remain steady or slowly fall within Moderate Flood Stage through this weekend and into early next week. However, tide and wind effects could periodically slow the decline. For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Friday afternoon at noon EDT. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 3.0 feet, Water approaches or may enter lowest homes on or near Wildhog Road and nearby canals. Flooding reaches the parking lot of the Juno Trail Apartments. Flooding on portions of Alligator Road and Holiday Road. Lowest lying yards along Blue Creek are flooded. Roads at Astor Landing Campground and Lake Dexter Boat Ramp begin to flood. Water enters lower homes closest to the river on McPherson Lane. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 PM EDT Thursday the stage was 3.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM EDT Thursday was 3.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 3.2 feet. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 16 at 1:24PM EDT until October 18 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Thu October 16, 2025, 1:24 PM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding. * WHERE...St Johns River Basin. * WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 16 at 1:24PM EDT until October 18 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Thu October 16, 2025, 1:24 PM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Flagler and Southeast Coastal St. Johns Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Rip Current Statement issued October 16 at 1:24PM EDT until October 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Thu October 16, 2025, 1:24 PM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Flagler and Southeast Coastal St. Johns Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 AM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Friday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 17 at 12:44AM EDT until October 18 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Fri October 17, 2025, 12:44 AM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Flagler and Southeast Coastal St. Johns Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.

Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 17 at 12:44AM EDT until October 18 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Fri October 17, 2025, 12:44 AM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding. * WHERE...St Johns River Basin. * WHEN...Until 5 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Rip Current Statement issued October 17 at 12:44AM EDT until October 20 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Effective: Fri October 17, 2025, 12:44 AM
Expires: Fri October 17, 2025, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Flagler and Southeast Coastal St. Johns Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT Saturday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.