Huntington Beach in April
April is a fair month for surfing at Huntington Beach; the best time is May–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves.
Plan your trip to Huntington BeachEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 20°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 2 rainy days
Huntington BeachCalifornia, United StatesBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ SNA 13 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in April
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Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 518 km away · water 13°C2 m waves2
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 1438 km away · water 11°C2 m waves3
Trestles – San ClementeUnited States · 49 km away · water 16°C1.2 m waves4
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 589 km away · water 12°C1.8 m waves5
Morro BayUnited States · 324 km away · water 13°C1.7 m waves6
Blacks Beach – La JollaUnited States · 110 km away · water 17°C1.2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in April →Schools and camps near Huntington Beach
- Huntington Surf Inn 0.5 km
- Ocean Surf Inn & Suites 9.9 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Huntington Beach?
April is a fair month for surfing at Huntington Beach; the best time is May–September. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.1 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 20°C.
How warm is the water at Huntington Beach in April?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Huntington Beach in April?
About 1.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Huntington Beach in April?
Around 20°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 2 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in April?
Within 1,500 km: Santa Cruz – Cowell's (2 m waves), Short Sands – Oregon (2 m waves) & Trestles – San Clemente (1.2 m waves).