63°
Mostly Cloudy
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Grays Harbor County, WA · Pacific Ocean
Ocean Shores
Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
A 6-mile beach on the south shore of Grays Harbor — drivable sand, the central canal system from Ocean Shores' planned-community 1960s design, and the Coastal Interpretive Center. Razor clam digging is the local sport in the fall and winter.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
55°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. West wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
45 /100
ok
31 Swim
47 Sunbathe
68 Walk
63 Fish
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.5 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
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
9 mph
SSW
Rain
8%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
62°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:24 AM
Sunset
12:05 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 9:23 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 4:20 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 9:18 PM | Low | 3.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
62°
Partly Sunny
3%
55
60°
Rain Showers
87%
13
61°
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
50%
12
62°
Mostly Sunny
7%
55
63°
Rain Showers Likely
57%
32
65°
Chance Rain Showers
37%
52
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
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
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
5:50 AM - 7:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
6:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Drive on the beach at approved access points; free street parking in town.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed on the main beach. Designated off-leash Dog Beach south of the Taurus Beach Approach.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ocean Shores.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ocean Shores from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Ocean Shores dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed on the main beach. Designated off-leash Dog Beach south of the Taurus Beach Approach.
Is there an entry fee at Ocean Shores?
Entry to Ocean Shores is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean Shores?
No lifeguards are stationed at Ocean Shores. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Ocean Shores?
Amenities at Ocean Shores include restrooms, restaurants, beach driving, razor clam season Oct-May.
When is the water warmest at Ocean Shores?
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 Shores located?
Ocean Shores is in Grays Harbor County, WA, at Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA 98569.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS