City News and Community Events
The City of Sunny Isles Beach continues to foster a strong sense of community with recent events. Mayor Larisa Svechin reflected on a successful spring season, highlighting events like the city’s anniversary celebration and the Egg Scramble that brought many families together. [15] Another recent successful event was the second annual Poetry in the Park, which celebrated National Poetry Month at the end of April. [3] Looking ahead, the city has several community events scheduled. The Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, Gateway Center, and Pelican Community Park will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. [28] A free four week wellness series in partnership with Mount Sinai Medical Center is scheduled to begin on May 27. [28] With the 2026 hurricane season starting on June 1, a Community Drop in Session focused on Hurricane Preparedness is scheduled for June 3. [28] The city has also launched a new bus app to make transportation more convenient for residents. [3] In other civic news, Vice Mayor Jeniffer Viscarra was honored with a 2026 Home Rule Hero Award by the Florida League of Cities for her advocacy during the recent legislative session. [3]
Major Real Estate Developments
The skyline of Sunny Isles Beach is set for a dramatic change with the city commission’s approval of a new 62 story oceanfront condominium tower at 19051 Collins Avenue. [17] This new development, a partnership between The Related Group, Dezer Development, and BH Group, is planned to be approximately 820 feet tall, which would make it the tallest building in Sunny Isles Beach upon completion. [17, 25] The project will replace the existing Miami Beach Club, a two story residential building from 1951. [17] The new tower is designed by Cohen Freedman Encinosa & Associates Architects and will feature 145 luxury residences, ranging from three to six bedrooms, including full floor penthouses. [17, 26] The development is part of a larger trend of luxury branded residences shaping the city, with other major projects like the Bentley Residences and the St. Regis Residences also targeting completion around 2026. [24] These developments contribute to a real estate market that has seen rising prices in 2026, driven by limited supply and a shift towards Sunny Isles Beach becoming a primary residence destination. [29]
Beach and Ocean Conditions
For those looking to enjoy the beautiful coastline, today’s beach conditions in Sunny Isles Beach are under a yellow flag, indicating medium hazard, with moderate surf and or currents. [2] There is also a purple flag, which signals the presence of dangerous marine life, specifically jellyfish. [2] The ocean water temperature is a warm 80 degrees Fahrenheit. [2] Beachgoers should be aware of a high UV index of 10 and advisories for rip currents. [2] Today’s low tide was at 8:53 AM, and the next high tide will be at 2:29 AM. [2] Winds are coming from the east at 10 to 15 miles per hour. [2] The surf is expected to be around 1 to 2 feet. [12]
Other Local News
In local law enforcement news, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department recently released video and dispatch audio from a traffic stop that led to an arrest on Collins Avenue. The incident, which began with an illegal U turn, resulted in the arrest of a man who attempted to evade police. [9] The individual was found with stolen debit cards and forged checks in his vehicle. [9] His passenger also had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. [9] The city is also continuing its focus on public safety. A new city ordinance will go into effect on June 1, restricting the use of motorized scooters to individuals 16 years of age and older. [23] This measure is part of the city’s pedestrian first approach to safety. [23] Riders 16 and over will be required to carry a government issued ID. [23]
Weather Forecast
The weather in Sunny Isles Beach today will be mostly sunny and breezy with a high near 84°F (29°C). [6] Winds will be from the southeast. Tonight will be partly cloudy and breezy with a low around 82°F (28°C). [6] On Sunday, there is a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm, with a high near 84°F (29°C) and continued breezy conditions. [6] Sunday night brings a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, and it will be windy with a low around 82°F (28°C). [6] For Memorial Day on Monday, expect windy conditions with a slight chance of thunderstorms and a high near 84°F (29°C). [6] Monday night will be breezy with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 8pm, and a low around 81°F (27°C). [6] Tuesday will be mostly sunny and breezy with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm and a high near 86°F (30°C). [6]