91°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
13%
54
Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Laguna Main Beach
375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
The 1-acre pocket beach at the heart of Laguna's downtown village — basketball, volleyball, the historic 1930s lifeguard tower (Laguna's first official tower, moved from a Union Oil station in 1937), and the Heisler Park bluffs immediately north for tidepooling. Surrounded by art galleries; the village itself is the destination.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 72°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 91. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Southeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 91°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 72°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — extreme heat warning issued september 9 at 2:58am pdt until september 9 at 8:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
54 /100
ok
36 Swim
67 Sunbathe
78 Walk
77 Photo
Best for walking today
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 9 at 1:30AM PDT until September 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding from high tides this evening. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Most likely during Wednesday evening's high tide. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides this evening at Newport Beach: 6.3 feet at 845 PM. At La Jolla: 6.3 feet at 839 PM. Measured high tides are exceeding predicted levels by 6-7 inches.
Weather alert in effect
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Heat Advisory issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
91°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Wind
0 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
13%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
82°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
72°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:45 PM
6.4 ft · in 1.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
13s · SSW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:30 AM
Sunset
7:06 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:52 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:11 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 2:40 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:24 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:39 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 3:23 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:27 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:06 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 4:05 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:09 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:34 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 4:47 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:50 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 11:01 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 5:30 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:33 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:29 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:16 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:21 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 5:27 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 11:57 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 7:11 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410580, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
82°
Mostly Sunny
1%
84
77°
Sunny
0%
84
75°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
83
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
72°
Sunny
0%
80
72°
Sunny
1%
80
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 91°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid municipal lots and metered street parking — competitive on weekends. Free trolley from Act V parking lot in summer.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 6 PM, June 15 – September 10. Leashed access at other times.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Laguna Main Beach today?
Laguna Main 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 Laguna Main Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 9 AM – 6 PM, June 15 – September 10. Leashed access at other times.
Is there an entry fee at Laguna Main Beach?
Entry to Laguna Main Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Laguna Main Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Laguna Main Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Laguna Main Beach?
Amenities at Laguna Main Beach include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, basketball, volleyball, restaurants, galleries.
When is the water warmest at Laguna Main 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 Laguna Main Beach located?
Laguna Main Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS