Weather in Santa Monica, California

04:24 AM

Now

66° F

Feels Like 64°

Precipitation 0 %

Wind 4 mph

Humidity 92 %

Today

Day 77°

Night 66°

Precipitation 0 %

Wind 11

UV Index (0 - 11+) 11

Warning: Extreme UV Index Today: 11+

Overexposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause sunburn and increase the risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma. Protect yourself by wearing clothing that covers your skin, sunglasses, and a hat. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every two hours, even on cloudy days. Minimize direct sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM) to reduce the risk.

Santa Monica Weather Forecast Updated

Last updated on September 15, 2025 3:06 AM

Air quality in Santa Monica

NOW

68 AQI

Moderate air quality Dominant pollutant: PM2.5

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 28.43 µg/m³

PM10 30.17 µg/m³

O₃ 3.71 ppb

NO₂ 32.96 ppb

SO₂ 4.35 ppb

CO 251.87 ppb

PM_2.5 – Fine particles <2.5μm

PM₁₀ – Inhalable particles <10μm

O₃ – Ozone

NO₂ – Nitrogen dioxide

SO₂ – Sulfur dioxide

CO – Carbon monoxide

Health Recommendations:

Air quality is currently in the acceptable range. However, sensitive individuals should be aware of potential risks from certain pollutants.

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Weather Alerts and Warnings for Santa Monica

Moderate Expected Likely

Beach Hazards Statement

Beach Hazards Statement issued September 15 at 12:47AM PDT until September 17 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Sep 15, 11:00 AM → Sep 17, 3:00 AM

WHAT: Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves up to 6 feet
expected. Highest surf along south and southwest facing beaches.

WHERE: Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles
County Beaches.

WHEN: From 11 AM PDT this morning through late Tuesday night.

IMPACTS: There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
nearshore.
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Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.

Updated: Sep 15, 3:06 AM Source: NWS Alert