69°
Partly Sunny
4%
76
San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
A small, dramatic cove with the clearest water in San Diego (part of the Matlahuayl State Marine Reserve and La Jolla Underwater Park). California sea lions haul out at the Cove itself and at Boomer Beach; harbor seals colony is at the adjacent Children's Pool. Snorkeling and free-diving are world-class. Tiny sand beach; mostly a scenic and tide-pooling stop.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 73°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 67. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued july 11 at 1:39pm pdt until july 14 at 11:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
58 /100
good
43 Swim
68 Sunbathe
81 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 1:39PM PDT until July 14 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding due to high astronomical tides of 7 to 7.5 feet and surf to 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...From late Sunday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Areas of flooding from tidal overflow in low lying areas, boardwalks, beach parking lots, and beach adjacent streets. Beach erosion. Highest impacts expected during high tides in the evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A 3 foot south swell (from 190 degrees) at 13-15 seconds will lead to surf 3-5 feet at south-facing beaches. Elsewhere, surf of 2-4 feet is expected.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
69°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
0 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
69°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:01 PM
7.0 ft · in 4.8h
Wave Height
1.6 ft
14s · WSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
451 #/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ740)
The SGX 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.
- CAZ552 Orange County Coastal Areas n/a
- CAZ043 San Diego County Coastal Areas n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
10:59 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:45 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 9:24 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 1:35 PM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 8:01 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | Low | -1.5 ft |
| 10:05 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 2:31 PM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 8:51 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 10:45 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 9:40 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:54 AM | Low | -1.5 ft |
| 11:24 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:16 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 10:27 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:34 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:05 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 5:10 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:13 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 12:46 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:51 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:29 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410230, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
69°
Mostly Sunny
3%
76
70°
Partly Sunny
1%
78
74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
84
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
69
72°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
72
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
74
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
Metered street parking on Coast Blvd — competitive on weekends. Park up the hill in the Village and walk down.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited at the cove year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at La Jolla Cove today?
La Jolla Cove 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 La Jolla Cove dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited at the cove year-round.
Is there an entry fee at La Jolla Cove?
Entry to La Jolla Cove is free.
Are there lifeguards at La Jolla Cove?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol La Jolla Cove during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at La Jolla Cove?
Amenities at La Jolla Cove include lifeguards, restrooms, tide pools, sea lion viewing, restaurants in Village.
When is the water warmest at La Jolla Cove?
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 La Jolla Cove located?
La Jolla Cove is in San Diego County, CA, at 1100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037.
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