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Ocean Beach Tide Pools

Public beach · San Diego, California

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 (24°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy SDBC1 (5.2 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:54 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, 7:54 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.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 74°F at Ocean Beach Tide Pools now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Public restroomWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
At the south end of Ocean Beach, below the pier where the shore turns into Sunset Cliffs, low tide drains the flat rock shelves and leaves pools holding anemones, crabs, snails and small fish.

Weather at Ocean Beach Tide Pools

71°F, Clear · H 73° / L 70° · 7% chance of rain
H: 73° L: 70°
Clear
Clear
71°
|
Feels like 74°
Precipitation
7%
Humidity
81%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
71°
3 AM
Clear
71°
6 AM
Clear
70°
9 AM
Sunny
71°
12 PM
Sunny
72°
3 PM
Sunny
72°
6 PM
Sunny
71°
9 PM
Clear
70°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Ocean Beach Tide Pools?
Ocean Beach Tide Pools is a public beach in San Diego, California.
What is the water temperature at Ocean Beach Tide Pools?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Ocean Beach Tide Pools in San Diego, California is 74°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy SDBC1, 5.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Ocean Beach Tide Pools?
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 Ocean Beach Tide Pools rated?
Ocean Beach Tide Pools in San Diego, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 709 reviews.

Location & Contact

1779 Ocean Front St, San Diego, CA 92107

San Diego, California 92107

🏖️ 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

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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