68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
Los Angeles County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Hermosa Beach
1101 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Two miles of wide sand with the 1,300-foot Hermosa Beach Pier feeding directly into Pier Plaza's restaurants and bars. Home to the LA County Lifeguard Southern Section HQ.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 68. West southwest wind 0 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 68°F air — cool but workable
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 64°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
49 /100
ok
33 Swim
53 Sunbathe
73 Walk
96 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
68°F
Cloudy
Wind
0 to 15 mph
WSW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
69°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
64°F
Cold
Next High Tide
7:06 PM
5.6 ft · in 4.3h
Wave Height
3.9 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CAZ366)
The LOX 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.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:44 AM
Sunset
11:08 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:58 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:27 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 12:29 PM | Low | 2.4 ft |
| 7:06 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
69°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
1%
67
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
1%
67
69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
68°
Partly Sunny
1%
67
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 64°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
City Lots A & B near the pier plus 1,100 metered spaces on Hermosa Ave.
Dogs
No dogs on the beach or pier; leashed dogs allowed on The Strand.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1101 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hermosa Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hermosa Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hermosa Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach or pier; leashed dogs allowed on The Strand.
Is there an entry fee at Hermosa Beach?
Entry to Hermosa Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Hermosa Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Hermosa Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Hermosa Beach?
Amenities at Hermosa Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, pier, volleyball.
When is the water warmest at Hermosa 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 Hermosa Beach located?
Hermosa Beach is in Los Angeles County, CA, at 1101 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS