San Diego County, California
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Grandview, San Diego County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with moderate W wind around 8mph.
Mon, May 11: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with light winds out of the WNW.
Tue, May 12: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light winds out of the SW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 9mph.
Wed, May 13: 0–1ft, 15s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 11mph by PM.
Thu, May 14: 0–1ft, 16s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with glassy conditions. Afternoon breeze fills in to 12mph.
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Grandview is a mellow beach break located in the South Bay area of San Diego County, offering consistent, user-friendly waves that peel across a sandy bottom. The break faces ENE and responds best to southern and southwestern swells, making it an ideal spot for beginners and intermediate surfers looking for forgiving conditions. With offshore winds from the west, this sandy beach provides a fun, accessible alternative for learning and practicing fundamental surfing skills.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Grandview is 0-1+ft with a 17.65s swell period. Wind is W at 8mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Grandview is 0-1+ft, produced by a 1.5ft W primary swell at 6s, a 1.4ft SSW secondary swell at 18s, a 0.8ft S tertiary swell at 13s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Grandview is Monday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 16.45s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Grandview works best with a SSW swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Grandview. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Grandview is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Grandview is a mellow beach break located in the South Bay area of San Diego County, offering consistent, user-friendly waves that peel across a sandy bottom. The break faces ENE and responds best to southern and southwestern swells, making it an ideal spot for beginners and intermediate surfers looking for forgiving conditions. With offshore winds from the west, this sandy beach provides a fun, accessible alternative for learning and practicing fundamental surfing skills.
The prime season at Grandview is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Grandview include occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Grandview forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
