69°
Partly Sunny
4%
75
San Diego County, CA · Pacific Ocean
San Onofre State Beach
5200 S Pacific Coast Hwy, San Clemente, CA 92672
Sprawling state beach famous for the world-class Trestles surf break and miles of undeveloped coastline below coastal bluffs. Includes Bluffs Beach campground.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 70°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Partly sunny, with a high near 69. West wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 65. West wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 70°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued july 11 at 1:39pm pdt until july 14 at 11:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
54 /100
ok
38 Swim
69 Sunbathe
81 Walk
35 Fish
78 Photo
Best for walking today
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 11 at 1:39PM PDT until July 14 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding due to high astronomical tides of 7 to 7.5 feet and surf to 3 to 5 feet. * WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County coastal areas. * WHEN...From late Sunday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Areas of flooding from tidal overflow in low lying areas, boardwalks, beach parking lots, and beach adjacent streets. Beach erosion. Highest impacts expected during high tides in the evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A 3 foot south swell (from 190 degrees) at 13-15 seconds will lead to surf 3-5 feet at south-facing beaches. Elsewhere, surf of 2-4 feet is expected.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
69°F
Clear
Wind
0 to 10 mph
W
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
69°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
70°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:01 PM
7.0 ft · in 4.7h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
13s · S swell
Water Quality
Clean
10 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
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
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:01 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:45 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 9:24 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 1:35 PM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 8:01 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:29 AM | Low | -1.5 ft |
| 10:05 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 2:31 PM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 8:51 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 10:45 AM | High | 4.1 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 9:40 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:54 AM | Low | -1.5 ft |
| 11:24 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 4:16 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 10:27 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:34 AM | Low | -1.2 ft |
| 12:05 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 5:10 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 11:14 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:13 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 12:46 PM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:51 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:29 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410230, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
69°
Mostly Sunny
3%
75
70°
Mostly Sunny
1%
74
75°
Mostly Sunny
3%
82
74°
Mostly Sunny
12%
79
73°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
16%
72
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
74
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
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
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Major
12:50 AM - 2:50 AM
Minor
6:10 AM - 7:10 AM
Major
1:20 PM - 3:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State-park day-use parking $15 per vehicle at the main lot.
Dogs
Dogs not permitted on the beach or trails; leashed dogs allowed in campgrounds and paved areas only.
Entry Fee
$15 per vehicle day-use.
Address
5200 S Pacific Coast Hwy, San Clemente, CA 92672
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at San Onofre State Beach today?
San Onofre State 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 San Onofre State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs not permitted on the beach or trails; leashed dogs allowed in campgrounds and paved areas only.
Is there an entry fee at San Onofre State Beach?
$15 per vehicle day-use.
Are there lifeguards at San Onofre State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol San Onofre State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at San Onofre State Beach?
Amenities at San Onofre State Beach include restrooms, lifeguard tower, camping.
When is the water warmest at San Onofre State 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 San Onofre State Beach located?
San Onofre State Beach is in San Diego County, CA, at 5200 S Pacific Coast Hwy, San Clemente, CA 92672.
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