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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Mission Beach
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
A 2-mile boardwalk along a barrier sand bar between the Pacific and Mission Bay — Belmont Park amusement park at the south, residential beach cottages all along, and Pacific Beach at the north end. The default young-people-in-San-Diego boardwalk-skating beach scene.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 75°F water · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 64. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 75°F water — warm — full-day swim weather
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — coastal flood advisory issued november 7 at 2:59am pst until november 10 at 12:00pm pst by nws san diego ca
69 /100
good
53 Swim
84 Sunbathe
87 Walk
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.7 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.
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 7 at 2:59AM PST until November 10 at 12:00PM PST by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor to locally moderate coastal flooding expected. Dangerous rip currents and elevated surf expected along west- facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through noon PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest tides will occur in the late morning each day, peaking at 7.4-7.6 feet Sunday and Monday, which is 1.3 to 1.6 feet above astronomical tide predictions. Surf will increase to 4-7 feet Monday, which may prolong some of the coastal impacts.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NW
Rain
0%
Today
Air Quality
35 Good
Ozone · San Diego Coast
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
75°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:11 PM
4.5 ft · in 1.6h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
14s · W swell
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
6:12 AM
Sunset
4:53 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:01 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:19 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 2:07 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:11 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 7:46 AM | High | 6.6 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 8:52 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:55 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 8:12 AM | High | 6.6 ft |
| 3:18 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:33 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:20 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 8:38 AM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 3:54 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:16 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:44 AM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 9:05 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 4:32 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 11:05 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:07 AM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 9:33 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 5:15 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 3:29 AM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 10:03 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 6:05 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410170, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
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84°
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82°
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86
79°
Sunny
0%
86
77°
Sunny
6%
84
74°
Mostly Sunny
14%
81
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 75°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free off-boardwalk lots (West Mission Bay Dr) and metered street parking. Boardwalk lot at Belmont Park is paid.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Boardwalk leashed access allowed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mission Beach today?
Mission 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 Mission Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Boardwalk leashed access allowed.
Is there an entry fee at Mission Beach?
Entry to Mission Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Mission Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Mission Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Mission Beach?
Amenities at Mission Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, amusement park, restaurants, shops, bike rentals, restrooms.
When is the water warmest at Mission 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 Mission Beach located?
Mission Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS