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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.
NWS alert active · 69°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 69. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 60. Northwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 69°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
69°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
0 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
69°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
7:04 PM
5.8 ft · in 4.3h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:42 AM
Sunset
11:03 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
69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
68°
Patchy Drizzle then Mostly Cloudy
7%
67
67°
Partly Sunny
3%
74
68°
Mostly Sunny
2%
74
68°
Mostly Sunny
2%
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68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
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
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