Silver Strand State Beach, CA
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High Tide Alert
High Tide Alert: Extreme high tide at 11:23 AM — beach access very limited
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 9 AM-2 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
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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Weather Forecast
Updated: 8/30/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 69° | 1 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 73° | 2 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 75° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 76° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 77° | 7 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 77° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 77° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 8/30/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 74°F | 3.3 ft | 10s | ↙ SW | +1.3 ft |
| 09:00 | 74°F | 3.3 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +2.4 ft |
| 10:00 | 74°F | 3.3 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +3.0 ft |
| 11:00 | 74°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +3.2 ft |
| 12:00 | 74°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +2.9 ft |
| 13:00 | 74°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +2.1 ft |
| 14:00 | 75°F | 3.2 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +1.1 ft |