74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
83
San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Oceanside Beach
1 The Strand, Oceanside, CA 92054
Three and a half miles of sand fronting Oceanside's revitalized downtown — the 1,942-foot Oceanside Pier (one of the longest wooden piers on the West Coast), the iconic California-Surf-Museum surf scene, and the Camp Pendleton Marine base to the north.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
73°F water · 74°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 74. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 74°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
79 /100
great
77 Swim
78 Sunbathe
86 Walk
68 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking 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
74°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
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
74°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
15s · SW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,083 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:53 AM
Sunset
10:58 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:51 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:29 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:54 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 7:27 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| 8:29 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:57 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 8:03 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 3:04 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 10:03 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 8:41 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 3:57 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 11:38 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:51 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:29 AM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| 4:53 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:50 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 7:51 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 10:42 AM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 5:47 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:40 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 8:46 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 12:00 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 6:35 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410230, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
74°
Partly Sunny
2%
83
75°
Mostly Sunny
3%
83
76°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
76°
Mostly Sunny
1%
84
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
83
75°
Partly Sunny
11%
82
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lots near the pier; metered street parking and free off-street further north.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on all Oceanside beaches including Harbor Beach. Leashed access permitted on The Strand walkway.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1 The Strand, Oceanside, CA 92054
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Oceanside Beach today?
Oceanside Beach 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 Oceanside Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on all Oceanside beaches including Harbor Beach. Leashed access permitted on The Strand walkway.
Is there an entry fee at Oceanside Beach?
Entry to Oceanside Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Oceanside Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Oceanside Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Oceanside Beach?
Amenities at Oceanside Beach include lifeguards, pier, restrooms, showers, restaurants, surf museum.
When is the water warmest at Oceanside Beach?
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 Oceanside Beach located?
Oceanside Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 1 The Strand, Oceanside, CA 92054.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS