71°
Partly Sunny
0%
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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Carlsbad State Beach
Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
A long, wide beach fronting downtown Carlsbad Village — sandstone bluffs to the north, the Power Plant Cove just south, and the 1.5-mile Carlsbad Seawall walking path along the top. Beginner-friendly surf spot, family scene without LA crowds.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61. West wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued june 25 at 2:45am pdt until june 25 at 10:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
56 /100
good
40 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 25 at 2:45AM PDT until June 25 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet on south- southwest facing beaches. Strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions. Localized minor tidal overflow possible in the evenings during high tide when surf heights are 6 feet.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
0 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:00 PM
5.5 ft · in 4.2h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,083 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ740)
The SGX 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.
- CAZ552 Orange County Coastal Areas n/a
- CAZ043 San Diego County Coastal Areas n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
11:01 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:53 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:21 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 12:23 PM | Low | 2.4 ft |
| 7:00 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Partly Sunny
0%
74
71°
Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
8%
67
70°
Partly Sunny
3%
74
70°
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2%
74
70°
Mostly Sunny
1%
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71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking on Carlsbad Blvd; paid state-beach lots.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Entry Fee
State lot parking ~$15/day.
Address
Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Carlsbad State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Carlsbad State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Carlsbad State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach.
Is there an entry fee at Carlsbad State Beach?
State lot parking ~$15/day.
Are there lifeguards at Carlsbad State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Carlsbad State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Carlsbad State Beach?
Amenities at Carlsbad State Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants in Village.
When is the water warmest at Carlsbad State Beach?
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 Carlsbad State Beach located?
Carlsbad State Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS