SD Beach Vibe
Live conditions · Beach guide · What to expect
72°F
Water Temp
3-4 ft
Surf Height
01:01 · 5.0 ft
Next High Tide
07:31 · 0.6 ft
Next Low Tide
11 · Extreme
UV Index
80°F
Air Temp
6 mph
Wind
67%
Humidity
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SD Beach Guide
La Jolla Cove
Scenic, calm
Protected, crystal-clear water perfect for snorkeling and swimming. Home to sea lions and leopard sharks.
La Jolla Shores
Family-friendly, active
Wide, sandy beach with gentle waves. Great for paddleboarding, kayaking, and swimming.
Windansea Beach
Raw, local, surfers
Rocky, powerful reef break beloved by experienced surfers. Dramatic scenery and a classic La Jolla vibe.
Tourmaline Surf Park
Mellow, longboard culture
Mellow longboard waves and a strict no-swimming zone makes this the go-to for surfers and SUP paddlers.
Pacific Beach
Lively, social
The quintessential SD beach town. Boardwalk, bars, volleyball, and a young crowd.
Mission Beach
Party, boardwalk
Narrow sandbar between Mission Bay and the Pacific. The boardwalk stretches all the way to PB.
Ocean Beach
Chill, local, dogs OK
Laid-back, dog-friendly beach with a pier and eclectic boardwalk shops. Very local.
Sunset Cliffs
Dramatic, romantic
Dramatic blufftop park with tide pools and hidden coves. Best for watching the sunset — no sandy beach.
Coronado Beach
Elegant, spacious
Wide, pristine beach next to the iconic Hotel del Coronado. Blue-flag water quality.
Del Mar City Beach
Upscale, relaxed
Upscale beach town, dog-friendly north of 29th St. Near the racetrack and fairgrounds.
Swami's Beach (Encinitas)
Surf mecca
Famous point break with long, peeling waves. A pilgrimage spot for surfers — reef bottom, no beginners.
Cardiff State Beach
Laid-back, North County
Long stretch of sand with a reef break popular for beginners and intermediates. Camp spots available.
Moonlight Beach (Encinitas)
North County classic
Classic North County beach with a large lawn, fire rings, and volleyball courts.