72°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
3%
74
Los Angeles County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Venice Beach
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
The 2.5-mile Venice Boardwalk — Muscle Beach, the skate park, the basketball courts immortalized in "White Men Can't Jump," and a 24/7 street-performer scene. The sand itself is wide and quiet 50 yards back from the boardwalk circus. Iconic for a reason.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 69°F water · 72°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain showers between 11am and 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 67. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
Water
- 69°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — beach hazards statement issued july 12 at 2:14am pdt until july 15 at 11:00pm pdt by nws los angeles/oxnard ca
56 /100
good
38 Swim
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 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.
Beach Hazard Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 12 at 2:14AM PDT until July 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Potential thunderstorms could produce lightning. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Lightning strikes can harm individuals. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A south to southwest swell will affect the coastal waters through the week. With the longer period swell, the potential for larger surf and a greater risk for rip currents. High tides are expected to continue through this weekend with Monday being the peak of 7.0 to 7.6 ft above MLLW. With the high tides and south swell, there is the potential for some minor coastal flooding in low lying areas. Another concern will be the potential for lightning (10-20% chance).
Weather alert in effect
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 12 at 1:46AM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Clear
Wind
0 to 10 mph
SSW
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
69°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:07 PM
7.1 ft · in 4.9h
Wave Height
2.3 ft
15s · SSW swell
Water Quality
Above threshold
1,200 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ655)
The LOX 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.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:51 AM
Sunset
11:06 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 9:30 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 1:42 PM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 8:07 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:35 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 10:12 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 2:38 PM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 8:57 PM | High | 7.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:18 AM | Low | -1.8 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 4.2 ft |
| 3:31 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 9:46 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:01 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 11:32 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 4:23 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 10:34 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:41 AM | Low | -1.3 ft |
| 12:13 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| 5:17 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 11:21 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 12:54 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 6:15 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:10 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:58 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 1:37 PM | High | 4.8 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Partly Sunny
3%
76
78°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
1%
79
79°
Sunny
0%
83
77°
Mostly Sunny
2%
82
74°
Partly Sunny
6%
80
73°
Partly Sunny
3%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lots ($10-25/day depending on proximity); metered street parking inland.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the boardwalk.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Venice Beach today?
Venice 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 Venice Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach. Permitted leashed on the boardwalk.
Is there an entry fee at Venice Beach?
Entry to Venice Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Venice Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Venice Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Venice Beach?
Amenities at Venice Beach include lifeguards, boardwalk, restrooms, showers, restaurants, skate park, Muscle Beach gym, basketball.
When is the water warmest at Venice 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 Venice Beach located?
Venice Beach is in Los Angeles County, CA, at 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS