Venice State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2116 miles
58
°F
1
4
mph
90
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 6 PM-9 PM — not ideal for kids (4.3ft waves)
About This Beach
Venice State Beach in Half Moon Bay offers a serene coastal escape with easy access, ample parking, and clean restrooms. The beach features a flat, stroller-friendly path, picnic areas, and scenic trails with blooming wildflowers in spring. While the water is known to be cold and have rip currents, visitors appreciate the unique landscape, beautiful sunsets, and quiet atmosphere.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/2/2026, 5:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 59° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 56° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 56° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 56° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 56° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 55° | 0 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 53° | 0 | 0 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 5:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 58°F | 4.3 ft | 8s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 18:00 | 58°F | 4.3 ft | 8s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 19:00 | 58°F | 4.2 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.5 ft |
| 20:00 | 58°F | 4.1 ft | 8s | ← W | +0.8 ft |
| 21:00 | 57°F | 4.1 ft | 8s | ← W | +1.6 ft |
| 22:00 | 57°F | 4 ft | 8s | ← W | +2.0 ft |
| 23:00 | 57°F | 3.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +1.8 ft |