63°
Patchy Fog then Sunny
0%
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Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Seaside Beach (Oregon)
300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138
Oregon's oldest resort town — a 1.5-mile promenade ("the Prom"), the Seaside Aquarium (1937, the oldest privately-owned aquarium on the West Coast), an arcade district, and Tillamook Head looming south. End of the Lewis & Clark Trail; the salt-making cairn is at the south end of the Prom.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 57°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 8am. Sunny, with a high near 63. North wind 1 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50. North wind 2 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 57°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
- 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 1:32am pdt until july 13 at 2:00am pdt by nws portland or
32 /100
skip
0 Swim
57 Sunbathe
74 Walk
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 12 at 1:32AM PDT until July 13 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Seas 4 to 7 ft at 9 seconds and north winds 5 to 15 kt expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM and Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 NM. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 2 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a break in conditions before they potentially ramp up once again later Monday.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
1 to 13 mph
N
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
57°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
6:10 PM
3.1 ft · in 2.9h
Wave Height
4.6 ft
8s · WNW swell
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
9 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 4mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ251)
The PQR 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.
- WAZ201 LONG BEACH WASHINGTON n/a
- ORZ101 SEASIDE AND CANNON BEACH OREGON n/a
- ORZ102 MANZANITA, ROCKAWAY BEACH AND PACIFIC CITY OREGON n/a
- ORZ103 LINCOLN CITY OREGON n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:36 AM
Sunset
12:05 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:41 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 1:10 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 6:10 PM | Low | 3.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:07 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 7:35 AM | Low | -1.7 ft |
| 2:03 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:04 AM | High | 9.7 ft |
| 8:25 AM | Low | -2.0 ft |
| 2:51 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 8:10 PM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:59 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 9:12 AM | Low | -2.0 ft |
| 3:36 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 9:06 PM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:52 AM | High | 9.3 ft |
| 9:55 AM | Low | -1.8 ft |
| 4:19 PM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 9:58 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:44 AM | High | 8.8 ft |
| 10:35 AM | Low | -1.4 ft |
| 5:00 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 10:50 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:37 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 11:13 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 5:39 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 11:42 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9439040, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Mostly Sunny
0%
60
65°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
2%
61
64°
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
5%
60
64°
Partly Sunny
14%
57
65°
Mostly Sunny
3%
59
66°
Mostly Sunny
4%
62
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 57°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Metered municipal lots and street parking.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Seaside Beach (Oregon) today?
Seaside Beach (Oregon) 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 Seaside Beach (Oregon) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round.
Is there an entry fee at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Entry to Seaside Beach (Oregon) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Seaside Beach (Oregon) during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
Amenities at Seaside Beach (Oregon) include lifeguards, aquarium, arcades, restaurants, restrooms, shops, promenade.
When is the water warmest at Seaside Beach (Oregon)?
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 Seaside Beach (Oregon) located?
Seaside Beach (Oregon) is in Clatsop County, OR, at 300 N Promenade, Seaside, OR 97138.
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