Manhattan Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1987 miles
61
°F
3
4
mph
80
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~18Beach Alerts
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 3 PM-5 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected at 5 PM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
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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Beach Overview
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 11/16/2025, 11:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 61° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 62° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 64° | 4 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 62° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 60° | 1 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 59° | 0 | 11 mph | 0.06 |
| 17:00 | 59° | 0 | 5 mph | 0.09 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 11:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 64°F | 3 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.1 ft |
| 12:00 | 64°F | 3 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.7 ft |
| 13:00 | 64°F | 2.9 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 64°F | 2.8 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.6 ft |
| 15:00 | 64°F | 2.8 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.9 ft |
| 16:00 | 64°F | 2.8 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 64°F | 2.7 ft | 9s | ← W | +0.8 ft |