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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Ocean Beach (San Diego)
5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107
Bohemian beach town anchored by the half-mile Ocean Beach Pier (one of the longest concrete piers on the West Coast). Home to the famous off-leash Dog Beach at the mouth of the San Diego River.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 66. West wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 66°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 66°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
63 /100
good
53 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
63 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
66°F
Partly 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 06 PM
Tomorrow
67°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
66°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
11:09 PM
5.6 ft · in 1.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
15s · WSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
140 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ740)
The SGX 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.
- CAZ552 Orange County Coastal Areas n/a
- CAZ043 San Diego County Coastal Areas n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
10:53 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:14 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 2.7 ft |
| 11:09 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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Partly Sunny
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Mostly Cloudy
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 66°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
12:50 AM - 1:50 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
298 free spaces at the foot of Voltaire St near Dog Beach plus 68 spaces at Santa Monica Ave.
Dogs
Off-leash Dog Beach at the north end is open 24/7. Elsewhere, leashed dogs allowed before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. (Apr–Oct) or 4 p.m. (Nov–Mar).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ocean Beach (San Diego).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ocean Beach (San Diego) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Ocean Beach (San Diego) dog-friendly?
Off-leash Dog Beach at the north end is open 24/7. Elsewhere, leashed dogs allowed before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. (Apr–Oct) or 4 p.m. (Nov–Mar).
Is there an entry fee at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Entry to Ocean Beach (San Diego) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ocean Beach (San Diego) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Amenities at Ocean Beach (San Diego) include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, fire rings.
When is the water warmest at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
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 Ocean Beach (San Diego) located?
Ocean Beach (San Diego) is in San Diego County, CA, at 5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS