Water temperature in San Onofre

San Onofre, California

Water temperatures refreshed hourly from NOAA buoys and forecast models.

Pack the right rubber and you'll extend your sessions in San Onofre 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.

71°F6° this week

Spring suit (2mm)

A spring suit or shorty wetsuit is ideal

7-Day Temperature Trend

Data from Lower Trestles · Updated hourly

Beach Water Temperatures

Current water temperatures at each surf spot. Temperatures can vary based on local conditions, currents, and depth.

Lower Trestles

Spring suit (2mm)

Upper Trestles

Spring suit (2mm)

Middles

Spring suit (2mm)

Trails

Spring suit (2mm)

San Onofre State Beach

Spring suit (2mm)

Next steps

Keep planning San Onofre

Water temperature answers the gear question. Use the live spot list, best-window guide, and tide page to pick the actual session.

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Surf spots in San Onofre

Featured Beaches

5 spots

Lower Trestles

Lower Trestles stands as California's proving ground for progressive surfing, rated 9/10 for wave quality.

Middles

Beginner friendly

Middles is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

San Onofre State Beach

Beginner friendly

San Onofre State Beach represents California's surf culture birthplace, the "Waikiki of California" with gentle longboard waves rated 6/10 for consistency but 4/10 for performance.

Trails

Beginner friendly

Trails is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Upper Trestles

Upper Trestles offers high-performance cobblestone rights, rated 8/10, working best on west to northwest swells (240-315°, center 280°).

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Featured Beaches(5)

Lower Trestles

Lower Trestles stands as California's proving ground for progressive surfing, rated 9/10 for wave quality.

Middles

Beginner friendly

Middles is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

San Onofre State Beach

Beginner friendly

San Onofre State Beach represents California's surf culture birthplace, the "Waikiki of California" with gentle longboard waves rated 6/10 for consistency but 4/10 for performance.

Trails

Beginner friendly

Trails is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

Upper Trestles

Upper Trestles offers high-performance cobblestone rights, rated 8/10, working best on west to northwest swells (240-315°, center 280°).

Spot guide for San Onofre

Break types, ratings, and local tips for each beach.

reef

intermediate

4.2(11)

**Lower Trestles** stands as California's proving ground for progressive surfing, rated 9/10 for wave quality.

beach

beginner-intermediate

3.9(15)

Middles is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

San Onofre State Beach

beach

beginner-intermediate

3.6(21)

**San Onofre State Beach** represents California's surf culture birthplace, the "Waikiki of California" with gentle longboard waves rated 6/10 for consistency but 4/10 for performance.

beach

beginner-intermediate

3.9(15)

Trails is a beach break in San Onofre, CA. It is suited for beginner-intermediate surfers. Watch out for rip currents, pollution.

point

intermediate

3.9(17)

**Upper Trestles** offers high-performance cobblestone rights, rated 8/10, working best on west to northwest swells (240-315°, center 280°).

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 San Onofre

Conditions

Best early morning sessions

Sunset Sessions

Evening golden hour spots

Optimal tidal conditions

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Style

Gentle waves for learning

Longboard Spots

Mellow waves for logging

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in San Onofre

: Water temperatures in San Onofre 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 San Onofre vary by season, ranging from 55-72°F. Check Quiver's live water temperature data for real-time readings at specific surf spots. Temperatures are typically warmest around August-September and coldest in January-February.
: Water temperatures in San Onofre 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.

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