71°
Partly Sunny
0%
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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Del Mar Beach
Quiet, upscale beach town between La Jolla and Encinitas — wide sand south of the racetrack (the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club horse races every summer), Powerhouse Park at the south end, and Dog Beach at the north end where the San Dieguito River meets the ocean.
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. West wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. West wind 0 to 10 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
W
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
310 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
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
70°
Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
9%
67
69°
Partly Sunny
2%
74
69°
Partly Sunny
1%
74
70°
Partly Sunny
1%
74
70°
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
Paid lots and metered street parking. Free street parking 2+ blocks east of Camino Del Mar.
Dogs
Dog Beach at the north end (north of 29th St). Off-leash voice-control day after Labor Day – June 15; June 16 – Labor Day off-leash only dawn – 8 AM, leashed remainder of day.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
17th St, Del Mar, CA 92014
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Del Mar Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Del Mar Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Del Mar Beach dog-friendly?
Dog Beach at the north end (north of 29th St). Off-leash voice-control day after Labor Day – June 15; June 16 – Labor Day off-leash only dawn – 8 AM, leashed remainder of day.
Is there an entry fee at Del Mar Beach?
Entry to Del Mar Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Del Mar Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Del Mar Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Del Mar Beach?
Amenities at Del Mar Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, playground.
When is the water warmest at Del Mar 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 Del Mar Beach located?
Del Mar Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 17th St, Del Mar, CA 92014.
Nearby Beaches
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