88°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
11%
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Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Seal Beach
Main St & Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Quiet, old-fashioned beach town centered on the 1,865-foot Seal Beach Municipal Pier. Sheltered by the Long Beach breakwater, the water here is unusually calm.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 72°F water · 88°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 88. Southwest wind 0 to 15 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 75. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 88°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 72°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
59 /100
good
37 Swim
70 Sunbathe
80 Walk
50 Fish
78 Photo
Best for walking today
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
88°F
Clear
Wind
0 to 15 mph
SW
Rain
11%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
72°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:45 PM
6.4 ft · in 1.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
13s · SSW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
7:08 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:51 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:12 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 2:40 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:23 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:40 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:28 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:08 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 4:06 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:09 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:35 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 11:02 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:35 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:11 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:30 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 6:18 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:23 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 5:31 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 11:58 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
1%
81
74°
Sunny
0%
77
73°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
80
73°
Sunny
0%
76
73°
Sunny
0%
80
72°
Sunny
0%
78
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Sturdy umbrella + sand anchor 0 to 15 mph wind
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 88°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Two paid lots near the pier (6 a.m.–10 p.m.) and metered Main Street parking.
Dogs
No dogs on the city beach or pier; leashed dogs OK elsewhere in town.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Main St & Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Seal Beach today?
Seal 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 Seal Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the city beach or pier; leashed dogs OK elsewhere in town.
Is there an entry fee at Seal Beach?
Entry to Seal Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Seal Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Seal Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Seal Beach?
Amenities at Seal Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, pier.
When is the water warmest at Seal 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 Seal Beach located?
Seal Beach is in Orange County, CA, at Main St & Ocean Ave, Seal Beach, CA 90740.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS