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San Francisco County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Baker Beach (San Francisco)
Bowley St, San Francisco, CA 94121
A mile of San Francisco sand with the most iconic Golden Gate Bridge view in the city — the bridge towers straight ahead from the south end of the beach. Part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. North end is clothing-optional; entire beach is freezing year-round.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
NWS alert active · 6.9ft waves
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. West wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 54. West northwest wind 7 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Weather
- 65°F air — cool but workable
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 8:32am pdt until june 4 at 3:00am pdt by nws san francisco ca
70 /100
great
53 Sunbathe
74 Walk
75 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 8:32AM PDT until June 4 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...West winds 5 to 15 kt and a moderate chop expected. * WHERE...San Pablo Bay, Suisun Bay, the West Delta and the San Francisco Bay north of the Bay Bridge. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
65°F
Sunny
Wind
15 to 20 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Wave Height
6.9 ft
7s · WNW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CAZ006)
The MTR office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ505 SONOMA AND MARIN COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ509 SAN FRANCISCO AND SAN MATEO COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ529 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ530 MONTEREY BAY AND BIG SUR COASTAL AREAS n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:27 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 8:09 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 3:51 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 7:57 PM | Low | 3.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Sunny
0%
67
68°
Sunny
0%
75
62°
Sunny
0%
57
62°
Sunny
3%
67
61°
Partly Sunny
12%
67
63°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
15%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 15 to 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free GGNRA lot at Lincoln Blvd; fills quickly on weekends. Bike from the Presidio.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed; off-leash voice-control permitted in designated north end.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Bowley St, San Francisco, CA 94121
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Baker Beach (San Francisco).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Baker Beach (San Francisco) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Baker Beach (San Francisco) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed; off-leash voice-control permitted in designated north end.
Is there an entry fee at Baker Beach (San Francisco)?
Entry to Baker Beach (San Francisco) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Baker Beach (San Francisco)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Baker Beach (San Francisco). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Baker Beach (San Francisco)?
Amenities at Baker Beach (San Francisco) include restrooms, no formal facilities.
When is the water warmest at Baker Beach (San Francisco)?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Baker Beach (San Francisco) located?
Baker Beach (San Francisco) is in San Francisco County, CA, at Bowley St, San Francisco, CA 94121.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS