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South Ponto Beach
Tourist attraction · Encinitas, California
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 46274, as of Aug 23, 4:56 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy 46274 (1.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:56 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Ponto Beach?
- South Ponto Beach is a tourist attraction in Encinitas, California.
- What is the water temperature at South Ponto Beach?
- As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at South Ponto Beach in Encinitas, California is 72°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46274, 1.7 miles away.
- Can you swim at South Ponto Beach?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 72°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.
- How is South Ponto Beach rated?
- South Ponto Beach in Encinitas, California has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 62 reviews.
- What amenities does South Ponto Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at South Ponto Beach include camping-nearby.
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