San Diego, CA – Strong rip currents and hazardous surf will continue along San Diego and Orange County beaches through Monday evening, with waves topping 7 feet in some areas. Beachgoers are being urged to stay out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions.
According to the National Weather Service in San Diego, elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet is expected across San Diego beaches, with Orange County facing larger breakers near 7 feet. The surf, driven by a strong southerly swell, is producing widespread rip currents that will remain a threat for swimmers and surfers.
The hazards extend across popular coastal stretches, including Mission Beach, La Jolla Shores, and Huntington Beach. Lifeguards are warning visitors to avoid entering the water, as strong currents could quickly sweep swimmers away from shore. Swell heights are forecast to gradually subside by Tuesday, reducing but not eliminating risks.
Locals planning Labor Day outings are encouraged to stay onshore, keep children away from the surf line, and avoid swimming in posted hazard zones.
Hazardous surf advisories remain in effect until Monday evening, with conditions expected to ease as the swell diminishes by early Tuesday.
Five Day Forecast for San Diego, CA
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 82°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F.
- Labor Day (Monday): Mostly sunny, high near 85°F.
- Tuesday: Patchy fog, then sunny, high near 86°F.
- Wednesday: Patchy fog, then mostly sunny, high near 83°F.
