Manhattan Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1987 miles
68
°F
2
3
mph
81
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~18Beach Alerts
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 at 1 PM (UV Index 7)
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.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
Surfing
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 68° | 2 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 69° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 71° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 72° | 6 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 7 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 72° | 6 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 71° | 5 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 69°F | 2.6 ft | 10s | ← W | +1.2 ft |
| 10:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.8 ft |
| 11:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.4 ft |
| 12:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.2 ft |
| 13:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +0.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 69°F | 2.7 ft | 10s | ← W | +1.3 ft |