71°
Patchy Fog
2%
72
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
Ideal for photography.
NWS alert active · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Patchy fog after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog. Cloudy, with a low around 67. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued july 18 at 12:55pm pdt until july 21 at 11:00pm pdt by nws los angeles/oxnard ca
52 /100
ok
35 Swim
58 Sunbathe
76 Walk
95 Photo
Best for photography 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.
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued July 18 at 12:55PM PDT until July 21 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest surf will be focused across south facing beaches due to a southerly swell produced by Tropical Storm Elida.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
SW
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
71°F
Patchy Fog
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Wave Height
2.3 ft
14s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,200 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo 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
8:55 AM
Sunset
11:04 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:58 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:37 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:02 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 7:35 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 2:21 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 8:36 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:06 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 8:11 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 3:09 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 10:08 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:38 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 8:49 AM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 4:02 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 11:41 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:54 AM | High | 2.8 ft |
| 9:37 AM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| 4:57 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:53 AM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 7:54 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 10:49 AM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 5:52 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:45 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 8:52 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 12:06 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 6:41 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
71°
Patchy Fog
2%
72
71°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
80
72°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
1%
77
74°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
75°
Mostly Sunny
1%
80
73°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Venice Beach today?
Venice Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
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