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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
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 90. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 90°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 71°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
56 /100
good
37 Swim
72 Sunbathe
81 Walk
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 1.0 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 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
90°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
W
Rain
7%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
83°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
71°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:43 PM
6.8 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
17s · WSW 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
6:28 AM
Sunset
7:04 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:04 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 2:39 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 8:43 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:22 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:33 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 3:22 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| 9:25 PM | High | 6.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:52 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:02 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 4:03 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:06 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:19 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:31 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 4:44 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:46 PM | High | 5.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:59 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 5:26 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:28 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:08 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:27 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 6:11 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:15 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 5:28 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 11:56 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 7:03 PM | Low | 1.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410170, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
83°
Mostly Sunny
4%
83
78°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
80
76°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
83
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
72°
Mostly 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 90°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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