Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove, CA

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Laguna Beach - somewhat aerial viewpoint
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Today’s Forecast:

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60°F
High: 63° | Low: 59°
Current Temperature
Station: E3225
Observed at: 8:30 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 90%
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Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 13 at 12:15PM PST until November 14 at 4:00PM PST by NWS San Diego CA (Expires: November 14, 2026 6:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 7 feet with sets 8 to 10 feet along west-facing beaches. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected, particularly along west-facing beaches where surf will be highest. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 AM to 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Adjusted high tides will be near 6.2-6.5 feet around midday on Saturday, which will combine with high surf to produce minor coastal flooding. Highest surf is expected to occur late Saturday into early Sunday. Surf begins to wane Sunday afternoon but will remain elevated into Monday. Instructions: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.
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High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued November 13 at 12:15PM PST until November 15 at 10:00AM PST by NWS San Diego CA (Expires: November 15, 2026 12:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 7 feet with sets 8 to 10 feet along west-facing beaches. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected, particularly along west-facing beaches where surf will be highest. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 7 AM to 4 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Adjusted high tides will be near 6.2-6.5 feet around midday on Saturday, which will combine with high surf to produce minor coastal flooding. Highest surf is expected to occur late Saturday into early Sunday. Surf begins to wane Sunday afternoon but will remain elevated into Monday. Instructions: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Tonight:Rain showers before 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Saturday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 68. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night:Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. East wind 0 to 5 mph.

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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for hiking. High near 69°F. Low rain risk (5%).

🛶 Paddling

Excellent
  89 /100

Excellent for paddling. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Breezy winds (10 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 95/100
Excellent for paddling. High near 69°F. Low rain risk (5%).

⛺ Camping

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for camping. High near 68°F. Low rain risk (14%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 100/100
Excellent for camping. High near 69°F. Low rain risk (5%).

About Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove

Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove is an outdoor-planning page for Laguna coastline and Crystal Cove State Park. It has a distinct purpose centered on coves, bluff trails, parking, surf, marine layer, cold water, and camping, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.

Make the Most of a Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove Day

Start by comparing conditions across Laguna Beach, Crystal Cove, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among hiking, paddling, camping based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.

Weather Tips for Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove

  • Conditions around Laguna coastline and Crystal Cove State Park can differ sharply from nearby towns; coves, bluff trails, parking, surf, marine layer, cold water, and camping are the main planning variables.
  • Check wind, waves, current, tides where relevant, water temperature, and lightning before launching; keep a land-based alternative ready.
  • Cold ocean water, marine fog, swell, beach wind, and winter storms can matter even when the inland forecast looks mild.
  • Check current road, trail, ramp, campground, and park alerts before relying on a remote access point.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page covers Laguna coastline and Crystal Cove State Park. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Laguna Beach
  • Crystal Cove
  • Emerald Bay
  • Heisler Park
  • Corona del Mar
  • Aliso Beach
  • Newport Coast

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove rather than forcing one itinerary. A shorter route, earlier launch, sheltered shoreline, lower-elevation trail, or town-based backup can preserve the day when conditions change.

7-Day Forecast for Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove

🌤
60°F
High: 63° | Low: 59°
Current Temperature
Station: E3225
Observed at: 8:30 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 90%
Sat ⛅
68° 56°
14%
Sun ⛅
69° 57°
5%
Mon 🌧
67° 56°
73%
Tue 🌧
65° 53°
24%
Wed 🌧
65° 56°
27%
Thu 🌧
65° 53°
60%
Fri 🌧
65° --°
16%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

68° Sat 69° Sun 67° Mon 65° Tue 65° Wed 65° Thu 65° Fri

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

56° Sat 57° Sun 56° Mon 53° Tue 56° Wed 53° Thu 50° Fri

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 100 Sat 100 Sun 94 Mon 100 Tue 100 Wed 91 Thu 100 Fri
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 13, 2026 10:37 pm CST

Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove Weather by Season

Winter

At Laguna Beach & Crystal Cove, winter is the main storm season, bringing periods of rain, larger surf, beach erosion, runoff, and occasional coastal-road or bluff-trail closures. Water stays cold, and clear days between systems can still be excellent for biking and hiking.

Spring

Around Laguna coastline and Crystal Cove State Park, spring often mixes mild sunny periods with marine cloud cover and breezy afternoons. Check water quality after rain and watch for slick bluff trails or muddy canyon approaches.

Summer

For coves, bluff trails, parking, surf, marine layer, cold water, and camping, morning marine layer can keep beaches cool before sunnier afternoons, while inland trailheads heat quickly. Cold ocean water, rip currents, beach wind, crowds, and limited parking should shape the day.

Fall

Near Laguna Beach and the surrounding area, early fall can be warm and clear along the coast, but offshore wind and wildfire conditions may affect nearby canyons. Later fall brings shorter days and the gradual return of winter storm concerns.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Warmest months: August through October.
  • Coolest months: December through February and cloudy early-summer mornings.
  • Wettest season: December through March.
  • Driest season: July through September.
  • Best outdoor window: Late spring and early fall for beach, trail, bike, and paddling plans.