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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Huntington Beach (Surf City USA)
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
"Surf City USA" — 10 miles of broad sand fronted by the historic Huntington Beach Pier and the Main Street walkable village. U.S. Open of Surfing competition every summer. The most consistently surfable beach in Southern California, and the de facto SoCal beach when out-of-staters picture one.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 70. West wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
59 /100
good
44 Swim
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
66 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Sunny
Wind
10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:13 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
14s · S swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,700 cfu/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:42 AM
Sunset
10:58 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:19 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 4:49 PM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 11:13 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Partly Sunny
2%
67
70°
Partly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
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69°
Mostly Sunny
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70°
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
1:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Major
5:20 AM - 7:20 AM
Minor
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Major
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots near the pier; metered street parking. Free 8-block walk-up from inland streets.
Dogs
Designated Dog Beach at the north end (Goldenwest to Seapoint) — leashed, no time restrictions. Main beach prohibits dogs.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) dog-friendly?
Designated Dog Beach at the north end (Goldenwest to Seapoint) — leashed, no time restrictions. Main beach prohibits dogs.
Is there an entry fee at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA)?
Entry to Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA)?
Amenities at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) include lifeguards, pier, boardwalk, restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, surf museum.
When is the water warmest at Huntington Beach (Surf City USA)?
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 Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) located?
Huntington Beach (Surf City USA) is in Orange County, CA, at 21601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92646.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS