Wave height and wind near Los Angeles right now are estimated from the closest reporting buoy stations, giving you a local marine snapshot that is easier to act on than a broad national view.
Use this page to compare nearby stations, see which buoys are closest to Los Angeles, and understand whether local sea state is calmer or rougher than the wider region.
The current nearby summary is based on 32 stations, with average readings around 0.9 m for waves and 2.7 kn for wind.
Updated 29 mins ago. Data is based on the latest buoy observations.
Good marine conditions found near your location. 3 nearby stations have camera images available.
Nearby stations around Los Angeles currently look good conditions on average. The freshest nearby station updated 29 mins ago.
Water Level Observation Network
Waverider Buoy
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Water Level Observation Network
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
3-meter discus buoy w/ seal cage
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Water Level Observation Network
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
3-meter foam buoy w/ seal cage
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Waverider Buoy
Water Level Observation Network
C-MAN Station
2.1-meter ionomer foam buoy
Waverider Buoy
Water Level Observation Network
The current wave reading for Los Angeles is about 0.9 m. Smaller numbers usually mean an easier ride, while larger numbers can quickly make offshore travel less comfortable.
The wind reading for Los Angeles is around 2.7 kn. Stronger wind often makes chop steeper, increases spray and can make docking, fishing or longer crossings more difficult.
Good conditions generally point to calmer seas and lighter wind, but boaters should still check local changes and station freshness.
Marine conditions near Los Angeles are built from nearby buoy stations and currently point to good conditions. The summary combines local wave and wind readings to make the nearby picture easier to read.
The nearest reporting buoy page for Los Angeles right now includes buoy ICAC1, along with other nearby stations listed lower on the page.
Wave height near Los Angeles is currently around 0.9 m based on the latest nearby buoy readings. Conditions can still change between nearshore and offshore stations, so compare more than one buoy when possible.
Safety near Los Angeles depends on boat size, route and local exposure, but this page is designed to show whether conditions look calmer, moderate or rough before you leave the dock or beach.
You can check buoy data near Los Angeles directly on this page using the nearby list and map, then open any station for wave height, wind speed, trends and camera context.
Yes. There are 3 nearby buoy stations with camera coverage around Los Angeles, and they are highlighted in the camera section on this page.