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Los Angeles County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Santa Monica State Beach
1550 PCH, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Three and a half miles of wide sand fronting downtown Santa Monica — the iconic Santa Monica Pier with the 1922 carousel and Pacific Park amusement park, the western terminus of Route 66, and the 22-mile Marvin Braude bike path. The most recognizable LA beach.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 67. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. South wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 67°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
65 /100
good
56 Swim
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
66 Fish
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
67°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
SW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
69°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:16 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.8h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
14s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,200 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:43 AM
Sunset
11:01 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:25 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:23 PM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 4:52 PM | Low | 2.7 ft |
| 11:16 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
69°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Patchy Fog
0%
60
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 63°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
Paid municipal lots and metered street parking. Beach Lot 1S (south of pier) and Lot 3N (north) are largest.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the bike path.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1550 PCH, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Santa Monica State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Santa Monica State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Santa Monica State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the bike path.
Is there an entry fee at Santa Monica State Beach?
Entry to Santa Monica State Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Santa Monica State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica State Beach?
Amenities at Santa Monica State Beach include lifeguards, pier, amusement park, restaurants, shops, restrooms, showers, bike path.
When is the water warmest at Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica State Beach located?
Santa Monica State Beach is in Los Angeles County, CA, at 1550 PCH, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS