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FAQs

How big are the waves in La Jolla today? ›

How big are the waves at La Jolla Cove today? The current surf forecast for La Jolla Cove at 2PM is: 2ft 18s primary swell from a Southwest direction and 3ft 7s secondary swell from a West direction (forecast issued at 10:00am June 03). The wind direction is predicted to be cross-shore.

Visiting La Jolla Cove won't take you longer than 30-60 minutes, but it's very much worth your time. The cove is small and has a small beach next to it as well, but it's what's in and around the cove that attracts hundreds, if not thousands, of visitors each day.

The supply of homes in La Jolla can be limited, particularly for newer construction properties and entry level single family homes. This scarcity contributes to the competitive nature of the market and can drive up home prices.

The village of La Jolla can be seen in a couple of hours but to make the most out of it you need three to four hours. This includes seeing our beautiful Cove and coastline as well as wildlife up close, a stroll through the streets for some shopping, and a stop at one of the many cafes or restaurants.

Black's Beach is arguably San Diego's best wave. It's good year-round, always one of the biggest spots in town, and breaks in long, organized lines.

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– The shape of the California coastline, in combination with a rock formation about 20 miles south of San Francisco, can lead to surf reaching nearly 60 feet high that's known by locals as the Maverick waves.

San Diego has clinched the top position on the 2023-2024 list of the Most Expensive Places to Reside in the United States, a ranking released by U.S. News & World Report.

The most expensive neighborhood in San Diego is Rancho Santa Fe or Fairbanks Ranch, according to Michan. These communities have also been rated as some of the most expensive ZIP codes in the country.

As you can see, the question is not, do any celebrities live in La Jolla. For the record, the answer is a resounding YES. The tougher question is where in San Diego do celebrities not live? There doesn't seem to be a single part of America's finest city where celebrities don't or haven't called home.

Most travelers make La Jolla & it's beaches, aquarium and maybe even famous Torrey Pines golf course a must do while... Scenic coastal area with warm waters, idyllic for surfing, kayaking, and sunset views. Presence of seals adds to the charm, although snorkeling may be challenging.

What is the nicest part of La Jolla? ›

For those seeking luxurious coastal living and a refined ambiance, La Jolla Village and Muirlands might be the perfect match. If you crave a laid-back and artistic community, Bird Rock could be your haven. Meanwhile, La Jolla Shores offers a beach lover's paradise, and Lower Hermosa provides a serene coastal retreat.

La Jolla benefits from a mild Mediterranean climate that is temperate and generally quite warm throughout the year. The average high temperature stays between the mid-60s and high 70s, with occasional spikes during some months. August and September are usually the warmest.

“What the canyon does is change the direction of some of the waves. And then it's the constructive interaction between the waves whose direction has been changed and the waves whose direction hasn't been changed that creates the larger, well-peaked waves at Black's.”

A deepwater canyon attracts most any swell with west in it and holds waves from 2 feet to as big as it gets. During head-high and smaller swells, low to medium tides are best, but, during large swells, it's less tide sensitive.