83°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
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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 · 83°F air · 73°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 83. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 73°F water — swimmable, refreshing
- 3.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
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
64 /100
good
41 Swim
78 Sunbathe
84 Walk
56 Fish
81 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.8 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
83°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
12%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
73°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:39 PM
6.3 ft · in 1.4h
Wave Height
3.6 ft
13s · SSW 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
6:29 AM
Sunset
7:05 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:45 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 9:06 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 2:34 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 8:39 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:17 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:33 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 3:17 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:22 PM | High | 6.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:47 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 10:01 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 3:59 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:03 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:15 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:28 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 4:41 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:44 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:40 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:56 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 5:24 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:26 PM | High | 4.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:03 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:23 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:11 PM | Low | 0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:14 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 5:22 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 11:51 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 7:05 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410230, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
81
74°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
77
72°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
79
71°
Mostly Sunny
0%
78
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
77
70°
Sunny
1%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 73°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.
Minor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Major
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS