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Ocean Beach
Public beach · San Francisco, California
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 60°F (16°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy 46237 (7 mi away), as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy 46237, as of Oct 20, 8:00 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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Weather at Ocean Beach
57°F, Overcast · H 64° / L 57° · 18% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ocean Beach?
- Ocean Beach is a public beach in San Francisco, California.
- What is the water temperature at Ocean Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Ocean Beach in San Francisco, California is 60°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46237, 7 miles away.
- Can you swim at Ocean Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 60°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Ocean Beach rated?
- Ocean Beach in San Francisco, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 1826 reviews.
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Location & Contact
San Francisco, CA 94121
San Francisco, California 94121
🏖️ 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
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