Trestles – San Clemente in January
January is a fair month for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente; the best time is April–October. 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: 1.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 18°C by day, 10°C at night
- Weather: 27 sunny days, 6 rainy days
Trestles – San ClementeCalifornia (Orange / San Diego County), United StatesIntermediate and up · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ 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 January
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Morro BayUnited States · 373 km away · water 14°C2 m waves2
Santa Cruz – Cowell'sUnited States · 566 km away · water 13°C2.4 m waves3
Mavericks – Half Moon BayUnited States · 638 km away · water 13°C2 m waves4
Short Sands – OregonUnited States · 1479 km away · water 10°C2.5 m waves5
Blacks Beach – La JollaUnited States · 63 km away · water 15°C1.1 m waves6
Huntington BeachUnited States · 49 km away · water 15°C0.9 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →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 January a good time for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente?
January is a fair month for surfing at Trestles – San Clemente; the best time is April–October. The best surf here comes with the swell direction and winds of its season, not with the biggest waves. Waves 1.1 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 18°C.
How warm is the water at Trestles – San Clemente in January?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Trestles – San Clemente in January?
About 1.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Trestles – San Clemente in January?
Around 18°C by day and 10°C at night, with about 27 sunny and 6 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Morro Bay (2 m waves), Santa Cruz – Cowell's (2.4 m waves) & Mavericks – Half Moon Bay (2 m waves).