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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
San Clemente State Beach
225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672
A mile of sand at the south end of Orange County — fronted by sandstone bluffs and the historic San Clemente Pier in town. Trestles surf break is just south at the Camp Pendleton edge, world-famous for consistent right-hand point breaks. Family-friendly main beach, surfers further south.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. South wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 67°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
57 /100
good
41 Swim
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
63 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
67°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
11:09 PM
5.6 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
10:56 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:14 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 2.7 ft |
| 11:09 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Mostly Sunny
1%
67
70°
Partly Sunny
1%
67
69°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
69°
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1%
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70°
Mostly Sunny
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67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 67°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
5:20 AM - 7:20 AM
Minor
10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Major
5:40 PM - 7:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lot at Calafia, paid; free residential street parking up the hill.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted on the bluff trail (leashed).
Entry Fee
State beach parking $15/day.
Address
225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at San Clemente State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for San Clemente State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is San Clemente State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted on the bluff trail (leashed).
Is there an entry fee at San Clemente State Beach?
State beach parking $15/day.
Are there lifeguards at San Clemente State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol San Clemente State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at San Clemente State Beach?
Amenities at San Clemente State Beach include lifeguards, pier, restrooms, showers, campground, restaurants in town.
When is the water warmest at San Clemente State 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 San Clemente State Beach located?
San Clemente State Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 225 Avenida Calafia, San Clemente, CA 92672.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS