Silver Strand State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2022 miles
63
°F
3
9
mph
82
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 4 PM-9 PM — not ideal for kids (4.9ft waves)
About This Beach
Silver Strand State Beach is a unique California beach known for its relatively small size (about a mile long), flanked by ports and featuring a historic shipwreck embedded in the south jetty. The beach offers a mix of surfing, swimming, and relaxing opportunities, with some reviewers mentioning both crowded and quiet experiences depending on the time of year and day. Its proximity to restaurants and bars adds to its eclectic character.
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Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/2/2026, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 63° | 4 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 62° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 62° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 59° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 58° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 57° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 57° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 3:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 | 61°F | 4.3 ft | 6s | ← W | -3.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 61°F | 4.5 ft | 6s | ← W | -2.6 ft |
| 17:00 | 61°F | 4.7 ft | 6s | ← W | -1.4 ft |
| 18:00 | 61°F | 4.8 ft | 6s | ← W | -0.0 ft |
| 19:00 | 61°F | 4.9 ft | 6s | ← W | +1.1 ft |
| 20:00 | 61°F | 4.8 ft | 6s | ← W | +1.9 ft |
| 21:00 | 61°F | 4.7 ft | 6s | ← W | +2.1 ft |