62°
Sunny
0%
47
San Francisco County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Ocean Beach (San Francisco)
Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94121
Three and a half miles of broad sand along the western edge of San Francisco — wind, rip currents, and cold water make it unswimmable but the long walk along the Great Highway is a defining SF experience. The Cliff House and Sutro Baths ruins are at the north end.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
25 mph wind · 6.9ft waves · 62°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 18 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 54. Northwest wind 9 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph.
Weather
- 62°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 25 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- 6.9ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
57 /100
good
25 Sunbathe
62 Walk
71 Photo
Best for photography 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
62°F
Sunny
Wind
18 to 25 mph
WNW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
60°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Wave Height
6.9 ft
7s · WNW swell
Water Quality
Clean
20 cfu/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ545)
The MTR 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.
- CAZ505 SONOMA AND MARIN COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ509 SAN FRANCISCO AND SAN MATEO COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ529 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ530 MONTEREY BAY AND BIG SUR COASTAL AREAS n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:27 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 8:09 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 3:51 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 7:57 PM | Low | 3.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Sunny
0%
67
63°
Sunny
0%
47
59°
Sunny
0%
47
59°
Sunny
3%
67
59°
Partly Sunny
12%
57
60°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
16%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 18 to 25 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking along the Great Highway and in the Sunset.
Dogs
Dogs allowed off-leash voice-control in most sections.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94121
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ocean Beach (San Francisco).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ocean Beach (San Francisco) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Ocean Beach (San Francisco) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed off-leash voice-control in most sections.
Is there an entry fee at Ocean Beach (San Francisco)?
Entry to Ocean Beach (San Francisco) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean Beach (San Francisco)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Ocean Beach (San Francisco). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Ocean Beach (San Francisco)?
Amenities at Ocean Beach (San Francisco) include restrooms at major access points, fire pits permitted, no lifeguards.
When is the water warmest at Ocean Beach (San Francisco)?
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 Francisco) located?
Ocean Beach (San Francisco) is in San Francisco County, CA, at Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94121.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS