Imperial Beach
beach
beginner-intermediate
Imperial Beach is a beach break in Imperial Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
Imperial Beach water temperature today
Imperial Beach, California
Imperial Beach water temperature today is 75°F. Is it cold? It's warm for most people, so plan on boardshorts.
Water temperature refreshed hourly from an observed station reading.
Pack the right rubber and you'll extend your sessions in Imperial Beach 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.
75°F1° this week
Boardshorts
Warm enough for boardshorts or a bikini
7-Day Temperature Trend
Data from Imperial 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 Imperial Beach
Featured Beaches
2 spots
Imperial Beach
Beginner friendlyImperial Beach is a beach break in Imperial Beach, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.
Imperial Beach Pier
AdvancedImperial Beach Pier is a jetty break in Imperial Beach, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong currents, pollution.
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Featured Beaches(2)
Spot guide for Imperial Beach
Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
Imperial Beach Pier
3.9(13)jetty
intermediate-advanced
Imperial Beach Pier is a jetty break in Imperial Beach, CA. It is suited for intermediate-advanced surfers. Watch out for rip currents, rocks, strong 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 Imperial Beach
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Imperial Beach
- Imperial Beach water is 75°F today, which is warm for most people, so most surfers wear boardshorts. Wind, air temperature, and session length change how cold it feels.
- Imperial Beach water is 75°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 Imperial Beach 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 Imperial Beach 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.
