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Quick answer: Tamarack Beach today
Tamarack Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 25°C, wind 11 km/h · W, uv 8.2, waves 0.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 82/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
25°C
Wind
11 km/h · W
UV
8.2
Waves
0.8 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 05:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 82/100
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Updated: Aug 11, 05:00 PM
Water temp
25°C
Air temp
25°C
Feels like
27°C
UV index
8.2
Wind
11 km/h · W
Gust 12 km/h
Waves
0.8 m
Current
1 km/h · SE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Tamarack Beach
Tamarack Beach stretches along the San Diego coast, in Southern California, about 2 kilometers from Saint Malo Beach and integrated into the string of beaches characterizing the urban coastline of San Diego County. Located at 33.15°N and 117.35°W, this stretch of shore is part of the San Diego Bay coastal system, where the Pacific Ocean meets a succession of coves and residential beaches. The surrounding coastline alternates between rocky areas, low cliffs, and sandy stretches, typical of this region where urbanization has progressively shaped the natural landscape. The beach itself remains little documented in terms of specific facilities, suggesting a less developed character than its immediate neighbors. Upon arrival, visitors discover direct access to the Pacific, with exposure to offshore swells characteristic of this coast. The general atmosphere reflects that of small residential beaches in San Diego: relatively quiet compared to major tourist areas, it attracts local clientele rather than transient visitors. The proximity of Saint Malo Beach, only 2.1 kilometers away, makes it a useful geographical anchor for explorers of the area. No formal tourist infrastructure is listed for this site. The beach does not have Blue Flag certification, and no official supervision is provided. Access for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed. These characteristics make it a swimming area to be visited with full awareness, particularly recommended for visitors familiar with Californian coasts and aware of the variable safety conditions of the Pacific.
About this spot
The name Tamarack evokes the larch, a tree from cold regions—a name that contrasts sharply with the Mediterranean climate of San Diego. This naming often reflects the toponymic heritage of successive waves of American settlement, where pioneers transposed names from their regions of origin. Tamarack Beach thus embodies one of those small Southern California beaches that have escaped mass tourism, retaining the imprint of coastal communities established before the real estate boom of the 1970s-1980s. Local residents frequent it regularly for early morning surf sessions, away from the congestion of Mission Beach or Pacific Beach.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Tamarack Beach today?
25°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Tamarack Beach today?
11 km/h · W. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Tamarack Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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