60°
Partly Sunny
1%
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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 · 58°F water · 60°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 60. West southwest wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. West wind around 21 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Weather
- 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 25 at 2:22am pdt until june 27 at 3:00am pdt by nws san francisco ca
61 /100
good
5 Swim
57 Sunbathe
74 Walk
80 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 2:22AM PDT until June 27 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and rough waters 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 Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
60°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
9 to 17 mph
WSW
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
61°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next High Tide
9:04 PM
6.0 ft · in 6.3h
Barometer
29.93 inHg
Steady
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
11:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 9:04 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
61°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
3%
40
60°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
1%
36
64°
Sunny
0%
46
63°
Sunny
0%
55
61°
Mostly Sunny
1%
55
60°
Mostly Sunny
1%
55
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS