63°
Cloudy then Light Rain
78%
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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
Skip the beach today.
78% rain · 58°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Rain after 2pm. Cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 61 in the afternoon. West southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Cloudy, with a low around 55. South southwest wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 78% rain — wet day — beach day is off
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
9 /100
skip
4 Swim
0 Sunbathe
19 Walk
45 Fish
69 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Cloudy then Light Rain
Wind
7 mph
WSW
Rain
78%
Today
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
3:58 PM
3.4 ft · in 1.2h
Barometer
29.96 inHg
1015 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:22 AM
Sunset
12:15 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:28 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 3:58 PM | Low | 3.4 ft |
| 10:20 PM | High | 8.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Light Rain
81%
13
64°
Light Rain Likely
55%
32
62°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
20%
42
63°
Mostly Cloudy
5%
48
62°
Partly Sunny
5%
55
63°
Mostly Cloudy
10%
48
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 78% chance of rain
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.
Major
11:30 PM - 1:30 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
12:00 PM - 2:00 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