Santa Cruz Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2104 miles
63
°F
3
7
mph
70
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 12 PM-5 PM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Santa Cruz Main Beach is a lively, family-friendly beach directly adjacent to the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and pier. The beach itself offers a large expanse of sand, suitable for various activities like sunbathing, volleyball, and walking, with a mixture of calm and more active water areas. While the convenient location and proximity to amenities are popular, it's often crowded, especially during peak hours.
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 11:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 63° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 64° | 3 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 65° | 4 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 64° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 64° | 2 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 62° | 1 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 58° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 11:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 58°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.8 ft |
| 12:00 | 58°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | -0.5 ft |
| 13:00 | 58°F | 3.8 ft | 12s | ← W | -1.7 ft |
| 14:00 | 58°F | 3.7 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.6 ft |
| 15:00 | 58°F | 3.7 ft | 12s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 58°F | 3.7 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 58°F | 3.6 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.4 ft |