87°
Sunny
7%
60
San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Pacific Beach
4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
The north end of the Mission/Pacific boardwalk continuous stretch — Crystal Pier at the heart, surf scene at the south end (PB Point), college-bar scene on Garnet Avenue inland. Wider, slightly quieter than Mission, and the surf is better.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 87°F air · 71°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 87. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 87°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
60 /100
good
41 Swim
77 Sunbathe
84 Walk
55 Fish
80 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
87°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
79°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
79°
Mostly Sunny
4%
83
76°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
80
74°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
82
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
81
73°
Mostly Sunny
1%
81
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
Free off-boardwalk lots; metered/paid lots near the pier.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Leashed boardwalk access.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Pacific Beach today?
Pacific 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 Pacific Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited 9 AM – 6 PM Apr 1 – Oct 31, and 9 AM – 4 PM Nov 1 – Mar 31. Leashed boardwalk access.
Is there an entry fee at Pacific Beach?
Entry to Pacific Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pacific Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Pacific Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Pacific Beach?
Amenities at Pacific Beach include lifeguards, pier, boardwalk, restaurants, bars, restrooms, bike rentals.
When is the water warmest at Pacific 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 Pacific Beach located?
Pacific Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 4500 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS