80°
Sunny
7%
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San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Ocean Beach (San Diego)
5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107
Bohemian beach town anchored by the half-mile Ocean Beach Pier (one of the longest concrete piers on the West Coast). Home to the famous off-leash Dog Beach at the mouth of the San Diego River.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 80°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 74. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 80°F air — ideal beach weather
- 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
63 /100
good
43 Swim
81 Sunbathe
86 Walk
57 Fish
82 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
80°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
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
75°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
75°
Mostly Sunny
4%
82
72°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
76
70°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
77
69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
69°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
69°
Mostly Sunny
1%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Major
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
298 free spaces at the foot of Voltaire St near Dog Beach plus 68 spaces at Santa Monica Ave.
Dogs
Off-leash Dog Beach at the north end is open 24/7. Elsewhere, leashed dogs allowed before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. (Apr–Oct) or 4 p.m. (Nov–Mar).
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Ocean Beach (San Diego) today?
Ocean Beach (San Diego) 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 Ocean Beach (San Diego) dog-friendly?
Off-leash Dog Beach at the north end is open 24/7. Elsewhere, leashed dogs allowed before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. (Apr–Oct) or 4 p.m. (Nov–Mar).
Is there an entry fee at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Entry to Ocean Beach (San Diego) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Ocean Beach (San Diego) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
Amenities at Ocean Beach (San Diego) include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, fire rings.
When is the water warmest at Ocean Beach (San Diego)?
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 Ocean Beach (San Diego) located?
Ocean Beach (San Diego) is in San Diego County, CA, at 5000 Abbott St, San Diego, CA 92107.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS