Santa Monica Pier Surf Report & Forecast
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Current Surf Conditions
Condition Rating
Surf Height
2-3FT+
Thigh to stomach
Swell
Wind
3KTSSSW
3kts gusts, Onshore
Tide
Temperature
64°F
3/2mm wetsuit
South Los Angeles Forecast
Kevin Wallis •Today
Solid day of waves, esp. for Manhattan north. Semi-clean AM, mostly lined/walled up. Some PM bump.
SSW swell tops out and mixes with just a bit of NW swell. Sharp gradient in surf size from south to north: knee-waist high waves at average spots further south. Better breaks chest-shoulder-high+ as far north standouts go head-high to a little larger at times. Mostly walled, especially on the earlier low tide, but just enough NW for the occasional corner.
Light onshore SW-W early for some crumble, which will nudge up through the AM. Manageable SW-W PM onshores and a partial evening clean up.
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Santa Monica Pier Surf Guide
Santa Monica Pier might have that iconic L.A. vibe, but for surfing, it’s often more of a hassle than it’s worth. The waves are inconsistent, mostly soft and closing out, and the quality is rarely impressive. While you’ll find small, beginner-friendly peaks, it’s not the spot for anyone chasing reliable surf. Frequent bacteria warnings after rains are common here, especially given its proximity to the Santa Monica storm drain. Read more