69°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
Los Angeles County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Long Beach (Alamitos Beach)
E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
Eleven miles of bay-protected calm-water beach along the Long Beach harbor — sheltered by the breakwater that creates LA's busiest port. Belmont Shore has the village feel; the Pike has the boardwalk and the Aquarium of the Pacific. The Queen Mary is anchored permanently next door.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 69. West southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
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
69°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
WSW
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Patchy Fog then 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
Clean
126 MPN/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ655)
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
8:42 AM
Sunset
10:59 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
70°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
2%
67
69°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
67
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
75°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
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
Metered street parking and paid municipal garages. Several free off-Bluff lots in Belmont Shore.
Dogs
Designated Rosie's Dog Beach (Belmont Shore) — leashed/off-leash zones. Main beach prohibits dogs.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Long Beach (Alamitos Beach).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) dog-friendly?
Designated Rosie's Dog Beach (Belmont Shore) — leashed/off-leash zones. Main beach prohibits dogs.
Is there an entry fee at Long Beach (Alamitos Beach)?
Entry to Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Long Beach (Alamitos Beach)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Long Beach (Alamitos Beach)?
Amenities at Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, aquarium nearby, restaurants, bike path.
When is the water warmest at Long Beach (Alamitos 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 Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) located?
Long Beach (Alamitos Beach) is in Los Angeles County, CA, at E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90803.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS