Cabrillo Beach, CA
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 10 AM-3 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 12 PM-3 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro offers a unique blend of rocky and sandy shores, with a calm harbor side perfect for families and a more wave-exposed ocean side appealing to surfers. The beach boasts a long pier for fishing, tide pools teeming with marine life, and nearby amenities such as a free aquarium and playground. Despite its proximity to the port, many visitors find it a relaxing and scenic escape, although cleanliness and crowd levels can be variable.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/18/2026, 9:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 64° | 2 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 68° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 70° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 72° | 7 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 73° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 74° | 7 | 11 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/18/2026, 9:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | +1.1 ft |
| 10:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | +1.5 ft |
| 11:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | +1.5 ft |
| 12:00 | 65°F | 2.2 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +1.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 65°F | 2.1 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +0.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 65°F | 2.1 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | -0.4 ft |
| 15:00 | 66°F | 2.1 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | -0.8 ft |