64°
Partly Sunny
0%
59
Los Angeles County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Venice Beach
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
The 2.5-mile Venice Boardwalk — Muscle Beach, the skate park, the basketball courts immortalized in "White Men Can't Jump," and a 24/7 street-performer scene. The sand itself is wide and quiet 50 yards back from the boardwalk circus. Iconic for a reason.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
64°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 64. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 62. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 63°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
57 /100
good
49 Swim
57 Sunbathe
74 Walk
80 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
64°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
64°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
63°F
Cold
Next High Tide
11:13 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.7h
Wave Height
3.0 ft
14s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,200 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ655)
The LOX 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.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:19 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 4:49 PM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 11:13 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
64°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
59
64°
Patchy Fog
0%
52
63°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
0%
52
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
69°
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).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lots ($10-25/day depending on proximity); metered street parking inland.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the boardwalk.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Venice Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Venice Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Venice Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the boardwalk.
Is there an entry fee at Venice Beach?
Entry to Venice Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Venice Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Venice Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Venice Beach?
Amenities at Venice Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, restrooms, showers, restaurants, skate park, Muscle Beach gym, basketball.
When is the water warmest at Venice 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 Venice Beach located?
Venice Beach is in Los Angeles County, CA, at 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS