Alamitos Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1978 miles
69
°F
0
4
mph
96
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 AM-8 AM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 12:17 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
About This Beach
Alamitos Beach offers a mixed experience. While praised for its calm waters, soft sand, and beautiful views, particularly at sunset, it's also criticized for significant trash and homeless presence impacting cleanliness. The beach features a bike path, playground, and lifeguards, but restroom conditions are inconsistent.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.3
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 7/16/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:00 | 69° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 68° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 68° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 68° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 67° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 68° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 70° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/16/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:00 | 69°F | 2.4 ft | 9s | ← W | +0.2 ft |
| 03:00 | 69°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ← W | -1.5 ft |
| 04:00 | 69°F | 2.6 ft | 9s | ← W | -2.7 ft |
| 05:00 | 69°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.3 ft |
| 06:00 | 70°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 07:00 | 70°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -2.2 ft |
| 08:00 | 70°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.9 ft |