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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Pacific Beach
4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
The north end of the Mission/Pacific boardwalk continuous stretch — Crystal Pier at the heart, surf scene at the south end (PB Point), college-bar scene on Garnet Avenue inland. Wider, slightly quieter than Mission, and the surf is better.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 68°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 68. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 63. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 68°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 68°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued june 25 at 2:45am pdt until june 25 at 10:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
56 /100
good
40 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
33 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking 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.
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 25 at 2:45AM PDT until June 25 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Surf of 3 to 5 feet with sets to 6 feet on south- southwest facing beaches. Strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Hazardous swimming conditions. Localized minor tidal overflow possible in the evenings during high tide when surf heights are 6 feet.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
68°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
68°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
68°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:04 PM
5.8 ft · in 4.3h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
15s · WSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
140 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ740)
The SGX 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.
- CAZ552 Orange County Coastal Areas n/a
- CAZ043 San Diego County Coastal Areas n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:42 AM
Sunset
11:00 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:54 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:09 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 12:26 PM | Low | 2.4 ft |
| 7:04 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
68°
Partly Sunny
0%
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Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
9%
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Partly Sunny
2%
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Partly Sunny
1%
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Mostly Sunny
0%
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 68°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.
Major
11:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Minor
4:50 AM - 5:50 AM
Major
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Minor
7:20 PM - 8:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free off-boardwalk lots; metered/paid lots near the pier.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Leashed boardwalk access.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pacific Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pacific Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pacific Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Leashed boardwalk access.
Is there an entry fee at Pacific Beach?
Entry to Pacific Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pacific Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Pacific Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Pacific Beach?
Amenities at Pacific Beach include lifeguards, pier, boardwalk, restaurants, bars, restrooms, bike rentals.
When is the water warmest at Pacific 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 Pacific Beach located?
Pacific Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS