El Capitán State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2057 miles
72
°F
6
8
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47
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 3 PM-6 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (20mph)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 1 PM-6 PM — not ideal for kids (5.1ft waves)
About This Beach
El Capitan State Beach offers a blend of camping and beach experiences, situated near both highway and train tracks, impacting the quietude. The beach itself features a mix of sand and rocky areas, with tide pools at low tide. However, tar pollution from oil rigs is a recurring negative element in the visitor experience, impacting enjoyment.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/2/2026, 12:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 70° | 6 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 6 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 72° | 6 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 71° | 4 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 70° | 3 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 67° | 1 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 64° | 0 | 20 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 12:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 59°F | 4.7 ft | 6s | ← W | -1.0 ft |
| 13:00 | 59°F | 4.9 ft | 6s | ← W | -2.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 59°F | 4.9 ft | 6s | ← W | -3.1 ft |
| 15:00 | 59°F | 5.1 ft | 6s | ← W | -3.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 59°F | 5.1 ft | 6s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 59°F | 5 ft | 6s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 18:00 | 59°F | 4.9 ft | 6s | ← W | -0.5 ft |