Encinitas Surf Report & Forecast: Nov. 7-8

We had a significant rain event yesterday so County health officials urge surfers and swimmers to stay out of the water for 72 hours, especially avoiding rivermouths and drain pipe outlets. 

We're seeing some decent size today but remnants of yesterday's strong winds are visible, creating some chop to surface texture. Waves are also very mushy and breaking soft. 

Tide needs to drain more. Dawn patrol was peak high tide on this first full day of standard time. It was 5.5 feet at 6:45 a.m.; tide will drain by 1:30 p.m. at half a foot; 7:30 p.m. will be evening high at 4 feet. Sunset will be at 4:53 p.m. 

Water temp is 59-60. 

Winds are slightly offshore at present; by late afternoon they will switch to NW, but well under 10 knots. 

For tomorrow, Tuesday the 8th, new mid-period SW arrives with some chest-high surf.