Surf Report for San Diego California

San Diego, CA Surf Report for 12-17-2024


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Ahoy there, surfers and beachgoers! Time to catch the wave with your latest surf zone forecast report straight from the National Weather Service in San Diego. Let's dive in!

For Orange County Coastal Areas in California:

Today, the rip current risk is low, so you can paddle out with ease. Surf heights are ranging from 1 to 3 feet, and watch out for sets up to 4 feet. No thunderstorms expected, and water temperature is a refreshing 57 to 59 degrees. Keep an eye on the tides at Newport Beach, including a low of 2.4 feet early in the morning. Remember, the swell is coming from 270 degrees!

Moving on to Wednesday, the rip current risk remains low. Surf heights will stay around 1 to 3 feet, with sets possibly reaching 4 feet. The tides at Newport Beach will have some variation, so plan your beach day accordingly. And brace yourselves for more swell from 270 degrees. Get out there and ride those waves!

And now for San Diego County Coastal Areas in California:

Today, the rip current risk is also low, so feel free to hit the waves. Surf heights are similar, ranging from 1 to 3 feet with potential for 4-foot sets. No thunderstorms in sight, but do note the water temperature of 54 to 58 degrees. Keep an eye on the tides at La Jolla, especially the high of 6.2 feet in the morning. Another heads up - the swell is coming from 270 degrees.

Looking ahead to Wednesday, the rip current risk bumps up to moderate. Surf heights will increase to 2 to 4 feet, possibly hitting 5 feet with sets. Tides at La Jolla will have their ups and downs, so make sure to check before heading out. The swell is going to be from 280 degrees - ready to challenge those waves?

As always, remember the rip current risk levels. Low risk generally means you're good to go, but stay alert. Moderate risk implies possible life-threatening currents, so exercise caution. And high risk - well, that's when things get serious, so better to stay on the shore.

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