Tide conditions for Pacifica surf spots
Pacifica, California
Updated Refreshed hourly · Tide data refreshes every 30 minutes from NOAA stations.
A foot of tide swing can shut down one break and light up another in Pacifica. These 3 spots all respond differently - some need the low to expose the bar, others clean up on a rising mid.
Current Tide
Next Low
05:00 AM
1.2 ft
NOAA tide data via Cached Tide Data
Tide Chart
7-Day Tide Schedule
| Day | High 1 | Low 1 | High 2 | Low 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 11:00 AM(5.6ft) | 5:00 AM(0.8ft) | 11:00 PM(5.2ft) | 5:00 PM(0.6ft) |
| Tomorrow | 11:00 AM(5.7ft) | 5:00 AM(1.2ft) | -- | 6:00 PM(0.2ft) |
| Mon, Sep 28 | 12:00 AM(4.9ft) | 6:00 AM(1.6ft) | 12:00 PM(6.0ft) | 7:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
| Tue, Sep 29 | 1:00 AM(4.6ft) | 6:00 AM(2.1ft) | 12:00 PM(6.0ft) | 8:00 PM(-0.2ft) |
| Wed, Sep 30 | 2:00 AM(4.3ft) | 7:00 AM(2.5ft) | 1:00 PM(6.1ft) | 8:00 PM(-0.2ft) |
| Thu, Oct 1 | 3:00 AM(3.9ft) | 8:00 AM(2.9ft) | 2:00 PM(6.0ft) | 10:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
| Fri, Oct 2 | 5:00 AM(3.8ft) | 8:00 AM(3.2ft) | 3:00 PM(5.8ft) | 11:00 PM(-0.1ft) |
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Beach Tide Preferences
Each beach performs best at a specific tide range and direction. Plan your session around these windows.
Top spot recommendations
Sort your quiver, choose the right tide window, and jot down a backup in case the main peak gets stacked.
Featured Beaches
3 spots
Pacifica / Linda Mar
IntermediatePacifica's main break is a long crescent beach offering peaks for all levels. The north end offers punchier waves, the middle is usually softer for beginners, and the south end near the cliff produces occasional lefts on south swells.
Rockaway Beach (Pacifica)
IntermediateSmaller cove just south of Linda Mar, Rockaway Beach offers punchy peaks and occasional barrels when sandbars align. The northern corner has a rock reef that produces a wedgy right. Currents can be strong and it closes out on big swells.
Sharp Park Beach
IntermediateSharp Park Beach is the public Pacifica shoreline between the municipal pier and Mori Point. The pier and beach form one coastal area, distinct from Linda Mar and Rockaway Beach.
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What to focus on today
- Annotated tide windows tied to specific breaks
- How lunar cycles reshape sandbars through the season
- Safety notes for rip-prone outbound tides
- Session planning tips for dawn patrol versus sunset
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Pacifica
- Tide preferences vary by spot in Pacifica. Generally, incoming mid-tides work well for most beaches, offering a good balance of wave shape and power. Check individual spot guides for specific tide recommendations.
- Tides significantly impact surf conditions in Pacifica. Low tide can expose reefs and sandbars creating hollow waves, while high tide often creates softer, more forgiving waves. Mid-tide transitions typically offer the most consistent conditions.
- You can check tide charts for Pacifica on Quiver's surf forecast pages, NOAA tide predictions, or various surf forecast apps. Quiver provides real-time tide information integrated with surf conditions for accurate session planning.
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