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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
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 80°F air · 75°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 80. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 80°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
70 /100
great
54 Swim
85 Sunbathe
87 Walk
64 Fish
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
80°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
82°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
82°
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80°
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79°
Sunny
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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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:20 AM - 5:20 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 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