Where is Mission Beach, San Diego?

Mission Beach, San Diego is a public beach in San Diego, California.

What is the water temperature at Mission Beach, San Diego?

As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Mission Beach, San Diego in San Diego, California is 74°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy SDBC1, 6 miles away.

How is Mission Beach, San Diego rated?

Mission Beach, San Diego in San Diego, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 855 reviews.

Updated June 15, 2026

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Mission Beach, San Diego

Public beach · San Diego, California

4.7(855 reviews)

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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal.

Water temp 74°F (23°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy SDBC1 (6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal. — NWS San Diego CA
Water temperature is 74°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy SDBC1, as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC
No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

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It’s 74°F at Mission Beach, San Diego now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Public restroomVolleyball courtWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Editor's Notes

Mission Beach pairs a two-mile oceanfront boardwalk with Belmont Park, a 1925 seaside amusement park whose wooden Giant Dipper roller coaster still rattles along right beside the sand.

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Weather at Mission Beach, San Diego

71°F, Clear · H 72° / L 69° · 7% chance of rain3-day forecast

H: 72° L: 69°

Clear

71°

Feels like 73°

Precipitation

Humidity

81%

Wind

5 mph

UV Index

12 AM

71°

3 AM

70°

6 AM

70°

9 AM

71°

12 PM

72°

3 PM

72°

6 PM

71°

9 PM

70°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Mission Beach, San Diego?: Mission Beach, San Diego is a public beach in San Diego, California.
What is the water temperature at Mission Beach, San Diego?: As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Mission Beach, San Diego in San Diego, California is 74°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy SDBC1, 6 miles away.
Can you swim at Mission Beach, San Diego?: Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Mission Beach, San Diego rated?: Mission Beach, San Diego in San Diego, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 855 reviews.

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Location & Contact

3100, Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA 92109

San Diego, California 92109

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🏖️ Best times & visiting tips

›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions

Features & amenities

People Talk About

💬 boardwalk💬 parking💬 waves💬 bars💬 roller coaster💬 fun💬 seashells💬 seaweed💬 vendors💬 dollars

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🚻 Public restroom🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids

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