58°
Mostly Cloudy
2%
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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.
58°F water · 58°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. West southwest wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 56. West wind around 23 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
62 /100
good
28 Swim
46 Sunbathe
68 Walk
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 to 17 mph
WSW
Rain
2%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next High Tide
9:04 PM
6.0 ft · in 6.3h
Barometer
29.93 inHg
Steady
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo 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
11:35 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 9:04 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
59°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
3%
40
58°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
1%
36
60°
Sunny
0%
46
60°
Mostly Sunny
0%
55
59°
Partly Sunny
1%
55
58°
Partly Sunny
1%
55
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
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