Ocean today
Surf, dive and tidepool conditions for 15 spots, from live buoys, NOAA tides and the marine forecast. Ratings are estimates; the rule behind each one is at the bottom of the page.
How the ratings work
Forecasts come from a regional model on a ~5 km grid, not a reading of each beach break. Conditions change fast; look before you go in, and never turn your back on the ocean.
Sources: Open-Meteo marine and weather forecasts · NOAA buoy 46236 and 46042 · NOAA tide predictions (Monterey 9413450, Santa Cruz 9413745) · National Weather Service alerts · CeNCOOS water sensors (Monterey Bay Aquarium intake, Monterey Wharf) · NOAA CoastWatch MODIS Kd490 water clarity. Refreshed every 30 minutes. Independent modeled visibility forecasts: Nautical Nick.