Huntington Beach, California, CA
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 11 AM-4 PM — swimming not recommended
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-6 PM — consider alternative times
About This Beach
Huntington Beach, known as 'Surf City USA,' is a vibrant and expansive beach in Orange County, California, famous for its surfing, lively atmosphere, and convenient location near shops and restaurants. It boasts a long sandy shoreline, a popular pier, and various amenities such as parking lots (though parking can be challenging at peak times) and restrooms, though cleanliness is a recurring concern among some visitors. Its accessibility and range of activities make it a major draw for both locals and tourists.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 7/18/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 73° | 5 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 74° | 7 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 75° | 8 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 76° | 8 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 76° | 8 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 74° | 7 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 74° | 6 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/18/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 72°F | 2.8 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +0.5 ft |
| 11:00 | 72°F | 2.8 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +1.5 ft |
| 12:00 | 73°F | 2.8 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +2.2 ft |
| 13:00 | 73°F | 2.9 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +2.5 ft |
| 14:00 | 73°F | 2.9 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +2.3 ft |
| 15:00 | 73°F | 2.9 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +1.8 ft |
| 16:00 | 74°F | 3 ft | 12s | ↓ S | +1.0 ft |