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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Laguna Main Beach
375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
The 1-acre pocket beach at the heart of Laguna's downtown village — basketball, volleyball, the historic 1930s lifeguard tower (Laguna's first official tower, moved from a Union Oil station in 1937), and the Heisler Park bluffs immediately north for tidepooling. Surrounded by art galleries; the village itself is the destination.
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 58. South wind around 5 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
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
57 /100
good
41 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Sunny
Wind
10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:14 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
14s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
10:57 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:17 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:09 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Partly Sunny
1%
67
71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Mostly Sunny
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67
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots and metered street parking — competitive on weekends. Free trolley from Act V parking lot in summer.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 6 PM, June 15 – September 10. Leashed access at other times.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Laguna Main Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Laguna Main Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Laguna Main Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 6 PM, June 15 – September 10. Leashed access at other times.
Is there an entry fee at Laguna Main Beach?
Entry to Laguna Main Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Laguna Main Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Laguna Main Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Laguna Main Beach?
Amenities at Laguna Main Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, basketball, volleyball, restaurants, galleries.
When is the water warmest at Laguna Main 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 Laguna Main Beach located?
Laguna Main Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS