Question 1

What is the surf forecast for San Diego County, California?

Accepted Answer

The San Diego County, California surf forecast covers 35 surf spots with hourly breaking wave height predictions, swell analysis, wind speeds, and tide data. All forecasts are updated every hour using multiple weather models.

Question 2

How many surf spots are in San Diego County, California?

Accepted Answer

We track 35 surf spots across San Diego County, California, grouped into 3 areas. Each spot has its own detailed forecast with breaking wave heights calculated for that specific location.

Question 3

When is the best time to surf in San Diego County, California?

Accepted Answer

The best time to surf varies by spot and season. Check individual spot forecasts for real-time conditions including wave height, wind direction, and tide. Our color-coded rating system makes it easy to find the best conditions.

Question 4

How accurate are the San Diego County, California surf forecasts?

Accepted Answer

Our forecasts use NOAA GFS, ECMWF, and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry data to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range forecasts (1-3 days) are most accurate, with longer-range forecasts providing general trend information.

San Diego County, California Surf Forecast

Imperial Beach

Imperial Beach

Point Loma

Sunset Cliffs

Ocean beach

Mission Beach (San Diego)

Pacific Beach

Old Man's at Tourmaline

Birdrock

Windansea Beach

Horseshoe

Scripps Pier/La Jolla

Torrey Pines/Blacks Beach

Del Mar

North Del Mar

Solana Beach

Seaside Reef

George's

George's

Cardiff Reef

San Elijo State Beach

Pipes

Swamis

Moonlight

Beacons

Grandview

Ponto

Terra Mar

Tamarack

Carlsbad

The Rock

Oceanside

Oceanside Harbor

San Onofre

Trestles

Trestles

Upper Trestles

San Clemente State Beach

San Diego County, California Surf Forecast FAQ