San Francisco, California
San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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.
Heavy-duty suit with accessories required
Recommended extras: booties, gloves, hood optional
Data from Fort Point (San Francisco) · Updated hourly
Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.
4 spots
A novelty right-hand reef that breaks directly under the Golden Gate Bridge. When a big west swell refracts around Land's End, Fort Point offers long peeling rights with a spectacular backdrop. It's fickle and often crowded with locals.
The middle section of Ocean Beach offers shifting sandbars that produce hollow barrels on a strong NW swell. Peaks are less defined but can provide long rides when the banks are good. Expect powerful waves and strong currents.
The north end of Ocean Beach near the Cliff House can handle large winter swells, producing heavy A-frame peaks and long walls. Strong rips and cold water make it suitable only for experienced surfers.
The south end of Ocean Beach around Sloat Boulevard often has the most defined sandbars, producing punchy peaks and occasional tubes. Currents are still strong and the water is frigid, so only confident surfers should paddle out.
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Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.
A novelty right-hand reef that breaks directly under the Golden Gate Bridge. When a big west swell refracts around Land's End, Fort Point offers long peeling rights with a spectacular backdrop. It's fickle and often crowded with locals.
The middle section of Ocean Beach offers shifting sandbars that produce hollow barrels on a strong NW swell. Peaks are less defined but can provide long rides when the banks are good. Expect powerful waves and strong currents.
The north end of Ocean Beach near the Cliff House can handle large winter swells, producing heavy A-frame peaks and long walls. Strong rips and cold water make it suitable only for experienced surfers.
The south end of Ocean Beach around Sloat Boulevard often has the most defined sandbars, producing punchy peaks and occasional tubes. Currents are still strong and the water is frigid, so only confident surfers should paddle out.
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