Preparing for King Tides
September 26, 2019 - October 3, 2019
Preparing for King Tides

King Tides are the highest tides of the year, which typically occur during the months of September, October, and November. This month, the City is expecting higher than predicted tides that may result in street flooding.

Please see the schedule below, along with tips to stay safe and dry.

Preparation & Personal Protection is Essential!

  • Properties in low-lying or flood prone areas are strongly encouraged to use flood panels and other flood protection methods to protect their property.

  • Road closures may occur as a result of flooding. Sign up for our traffic updates by texting MBTraffic to 888777. 

  • Be sure to have flood insurance for your home or business. Learn more: Flood Insurance

  • Remember, flooding brings standing water. Check around your personal property - if you see standing water for more than 48 hours, report it by calling 305.673.7625. Always drain and cover!


  • Register for the Parking Flood Relief Program to obtain FREE temporary parking accommodations during king tides and other weather events. See if your area falls within the prescribed flood zone areas: Flood Zone Map.
Your City in Action

The City of Miami Beach regularly cleans the stormwater system to reduce pollutants from entering the waterways, conducts inspections to reduce flooding, and has temporary pumps on stand by to keep flood prone neighborhoods dry.  

Watch the video below to learn about how our stormwater pump system works.
King Tides Predictions

The king tide is the highest predicted high tide of the year. During this period, water levels are higher than that on an average day. King tides provide a preview of the normal tidal variations we will see in the years to come as sea levels continue to rise. Tide predictions are provided by the National Oceanographic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).