70°
Sunny
2%
79
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.
NWS alert active · 75°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 70. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 68. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued july 18 at 4:40am pdt until july 21 at 11:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
60 /100
good
45 Swim
71 Sunbathe
82 Walk
34 Fish
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued July 18 at 4:40AM PDT until July 21 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with sets up to 8 feet at south or southwest facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...South swell 4 to 5 feet coming from 180 to 200 degrees with a period of 13 seconds will generate high surf, primarily for south-facing beaches. Tides will generally be at or below 5.5 feet, but localized areas of beach erosion and minor tidal overflow may occur when combining with the high surf. Swell and surf will decrease by Wednesday.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
75°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
18s · WSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
140 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo 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
8:53 AM
Sunset
10:56 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 6:55 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 1:28 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 7:13 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:01 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 7:31 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:13 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 8:24 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:01 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 8:06 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 3:02 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| 9:54 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:23 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 8:44 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 3:57 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 11:34 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:25 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 9:35 AM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| 4:55 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | Low | 1.0 ft |
| 7:36 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 10:50 AM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 5:50 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:41 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 8:38 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 12:02 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410170, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Partly Sunny
2%
80
72°
Mostly Sunny
1%
81
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
83
73°
Mostly Sunny
2%
79
72°
Partly Sunny
5%
80
72°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
78
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°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
6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Minor
1:00 PM - 2:00 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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Ocean Beach (San Diego) today?
Ocean Beach (San Diego) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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