61°
Patchy Fog then Light Rain Likely
68%
31
Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Seaside Beach (Oregon)
300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138
Oregon's oldest resort town — a 1.5-mile promenade ("the Prom"), the Seaside Aquarium (1937, the oldest privately-owned aquarium on the West Coast), an arcade district, and Tillamook Head looming south. End of the Lewis & Clark Trail; the salt-making cairn is at the south end of the Prom.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 68% rain · 58°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 8am, then rain likely. Cloudy. High near 61, with temperatures falling to around 59 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 0 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Tonight
Rain. Cloudy. Low around 53, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. South southwest wind 7 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 61°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 68% rain — rain likely at some point
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 25 at 1:05am pdt until june 26 at 5:00am pdt by nws portland or
18 /100
skip
0 Swim
22 Sunbathe
43 Walk
89 Photo
Best for photography today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 1:05AM PDT until June 26 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Seas 4 to 7 ft at 6 seconds and south winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM and Coastal waters from Cape Falcon to Cape Foulweather OR out 10 NM. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
61°F
Cloudy
Wind
0 to 7 mph
WSW
Rain
68%
Today
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Light Rain then Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
4:46 PM
3.0 ft · in 2.0h
Barometer
29.96 inHg
1015 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
9 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 3mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ251)
The PQR 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.
- WAZ201 LONG BEACH WASHINGTON n/a
- ORZ101 SEASIDE AND CANNON BEACH OREGON n/a
- ORZ102 MANZANITA, ROCKAWAY BEACH AND PACIFIC CITY OREGON n/a
- ORZ103 LINCOLN CITY OREGON n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:26 AM
Sunset
12:10 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:21 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 11:37 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 4:46 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 10:54 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
59°
Light Rain then Rain Showers
90%
13
60°
Rain Showers
90%
13
59°
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Light Rain
66%
32
60°
Chance Light Rain
41%
32
60°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
18%
48
61°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
16%
50
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 68% chance of rain
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered municipal lots and street parking.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Seaside Beach (Oregon).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Seaside Beach (Oregon) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Seaside Beach (Oregon) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Entry to Seaside Beach (Oregon) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Seaside Beach (Oregon) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Amenities at Seaside Beach (Oregon) include lifeguards, aquarium, arcades, restaurants, restrooms, shops, promenade.
When is the water warmest at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
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 Seaside Beach (Oregon) located?
Seaside Beach (Oregon) is in Clatsop County, OR, at 300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS