Beach BreakIntermediate — Advancedwinter

Ocean Beach San Diego

Powerful beach break that can hold size. Multiple shifting peaks. Rip currents common. OB pier area is most popular.

Beach break with multiple peaks

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW, SW

Swell Size

3–8 ft

Tide

mid tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

winter

Skill Level

Intermediate — Advanced

Location

County

San Diego

Region

Point Loma

Coordinates

32.7496, -117.2540

NOAA Buoy

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