Can you swim here today?
Moonlight Beach
Encinitas, California · Park
Not today — an official hazard warning is active
Avoid todayAs of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Moonlight Beach is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46274, 1.4 miles away.
Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal.
- A Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal. — NWS San Diego CA
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 46274, as of Oct 29, 9:56 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
73°F
23°C
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy 46274 (1.4 mi away), as of Oct 29, 9:56 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.