Doheny Beach
4.3(3)beach
beginner
**Doheny State Beach** offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.
Dana Point water temperature today
Dana Point, California
Dana Point water temperature today is 53°F. Is it cold? It's cold for most people, so plan on a 5/4mm fullsuit.
Water temperature refreshed hourly from a latitude-based estimate.
Pack the right rubber and you'll extend your sessions in Dana Point by an hour. Temps swing from upwelling lows to summer peaks, and the difference between a 3/2 and a 4/3 day can come overnight.
53°F
5/4mm fullsuit
Heavy-duty suit with accessories required
Recommended extras: booties, gloves, hood optional
7-Day Temperature Trend
Data from Doheny Beach · Updated hourly
Beach Water Temperatures
Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.
Surf spots in Dana Point
Featured Beaches
4 spots
Doheny Beach
Beginner friendlyDoheny State Beach offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.
Doheny State Beach
Beginner friendlyDoheny State Beach offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.
Salt Creek
Beginner friendlySalt Creek delivers 8/10 quality across three distinct sections. The Point produces extremely rippable left pointbreaks when sandbars align; Middles offers wedgy A-frames year-round; Gravels reef breaks with board-breaking power.
Strands
Beginner friendlyStrands is a beach break in Dana Point, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
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Featured Beaches(4)
Spot guide for Dana Point
Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
Doheny State Beach
4.0(13)beach
beginner
**Doheny State Beach** offers Orange County's second-easiest learning wave after San O' Dogpatch, rated 4/10 overall but 6/10 for beginners.
Salt Creek
4.1(17)beach
beginner-intermediate
**Salt Creek** delivers 8/10 quality across three distinct sections. The Point produces extremely rippable left pointbreaks when sandbars align; Middles offers wedgy A-frames year-round; Gravels reef breaks with board-breaking power.
Strands
3.8(18)beach
beginner-intermediate
Strands is a beach break in Dana Point, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
What to know about water temperature
- Weekly temperature trends and seasonal averages
- Gear recommendations for dawn patrol versus midday
- Upwelling signals that drop temps overnight
- Health and recovery tips for long cold sessions
Surf Guides for Dana Point
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Dana Point
- Dana Point water is 53°F today, which is cold for most people, so most surfers wear a 5/4mm fullsuit. Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
- Dana Point water is 53°F today. Readings differ from beach to beach and through the day, so check the per-beach temperatures on this page before you go.
- Water temperatures in Dana Point typically range from 55-72°F. For summer, spring suit or 3/2mm is recommended. In winter, you'll want 4/3mm. Spring and fall may require adjusting based on your cold tolerance.
- Water temperatures in Dana Point range from 55-72°F, so most surfers wear at least spring suit or 3/2mm even in summer. A wetsuit is recommended year-round for longer sessions and early morning surfs.
