Trestles – San Clemente in April
April is one of the best months for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves.
Plan your trip to Trestles – San ClementeEvery 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: 1.2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 16°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 19°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 29 sunny days, 4 rainy days
Trestles – San ClementeCalifornia (Orange / San Diego County), United StatesIntermediate and up · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ CLD 40 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 · 566 km away · water 13°C2 m waves2
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 1479 km away · water 11°C2 m waves3
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 638 km away · water 12°C1.8 m waves4
Morro BayUnited States · 373 km away · water 13°C1.7 m waves5
Blacks Beach – La JollaUnited States · 63 km away · water 17°C1.2 m waves6
Huntington BeachUnited States · 49 km away · water 16°C1.1 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in April →Schools and camps near Trestles – San Clemente
- San Clemente Surf Inn 1.9 km
- Surfbreak Hotel 4 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente?
April is one of the best months for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.2 m, water 16°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 19°C.
How warm is the water at Trestles – San Clemente in April?
About 16°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Trestles – San Clemente in April?
About 1.2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Trestles – San Clemente in April?
Around 19°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 29 sunny and 4 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) & Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (1.8 m waves).