Manhattan Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1987 miles
77
°F
4
3
mph
37
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 1 PM-6 PM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Manhattan Beach is a popular, upscale beach in Southern California known for its clean sand, beautiful homes lining the shore, and a lively pier. The beach offers a mix of strong waves for surfing and calmer areas suitable for swimming. Amenities include restrooms, lifeguards, and a boardwalk, but parking can be challenging, especially during peak seasons.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 76° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 77° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 74° | 4 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 72° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 68° | 1 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 63° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 60° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 12:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 62°F | 2.4 ft | 13s | ← W | -1.6 ft |
| 13:00 | 62°F | 2.4 ft | 13s | ← W | -2.5 ft |
| 14:00 | 62°F | 2.4 ft | 13s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 15:00 | 63°F | 2.3 ft | 13s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 16:00 | 63°F | 2.3 ft | 13s | ← W | -2.2 ft |
| 17:00 | 63°F | 2.3 ft | 13s | ← W | -1.3 ft |
| 18:00 | 63°F | 2.3 ft | 13s | ← W | -0.4 ft |