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Beach Weather Today in Point Sur Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 66%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 15kmh from the South West. The light winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Point Sur Beach faces West-Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:53 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 93% may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Point Sur Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 72%.

POINT SUR BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 11° 13° 14° 13° 12°
7% 7% 82% 50% 90% 100% 93% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 11° 12° 11° 11° 11°
100% 100% 100% 31% 70% 72% 88% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 11° 12° 13° 13° 13° 14°
77% 85% 57% 71% 80% 56% 35% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14° 14° 14°
24% 12% 49% 60% 53% 76% 100% 46%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 15° 12° 11°
46% 81% 100% 97% 19% 0% 13% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 10° 13° 14° 13° 13°
0% 8% 7% 14% 6% 37% 69% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 13° 14° 14° 14° 13°
12% 11% 5% 1% 29% 87% 95% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
2
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
5
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
13.3s 13.2s 12.8s 12.6s 12.5s 12.3s 11.8s 11.6s
Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
13
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
11.4s 12.0s 12.0s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s 11.2s 11.0s
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
10.6s 10.3s 9.9s 9.6s 9.4s 9.1s 4.3s 4.5s
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
1.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
8.5s 8.4s 10.4s 13.5s 13.2s 12.8s 12.6s 12.5s
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
2
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
15
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
17
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
1.1m
0.9m
0.9m
12.4s 12.3s 12.2s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 11.7s 11.6s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.3m
11.6s 11.1s 10.8s 11.2s 11.2s 11.0s 10.7s 10.5s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.8m
10.4s 11.2s 11.3s 11.1s 10.9s 10.7s 10.5s 10.0s
Sat 13th December
5:42 AM 12:44 PM 6:29 PM 11:25 PM
1.61 0.41 1.01 0.61
Sun 14th December
6:16 AM 1:34 PM 7:51 PM
1.67 0.24 1.03
Mon 15th December
12:06 AM 6:46 AM 2:16 PM 8:58 PM
0.75 1.72 0.11 1.07
Tue 16th December
12:45 AM 7:16 AM 2:53 PM 9:52 PM
0.86 1.76 -0.00 1.12
Wed 17th December
1:22 AM 7:46 AM 3:28 PM 10:36 PM
0.94 1.80 -0.08 1.15
Thu 18th December
1:58 AM 8:18 AM 4:03 PM 11:14 PM
0.98 1.82 -0.14 1.16
Fri 19th December
2:34 AM 8:51 AM 4:38 PM 11:51 PM
1.00 1.84 -0.17 1.17
Sat 13th December
14°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
66%
Sun 14th December
12°
0.0mm
5kmh NE
79%
Mon 15th December
13°
0.0mm
15kmh N
61%
Tue 16th December
14°
0.0mm
12kmh N
52%
Wed 17th December
15°
0.3mm
11kmh NNW
45%
Thu 18th December
15°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
18%
Fri 19th December
14°
0.0mm
7kmh WSW
40%
Sat 20th December
13°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
43%
Sun 21st December
13°
1.1mm
9kmh S
76%
Mon 22nd December
11°
7.5mm
14kmh NNE
95%
Tue 23rd December
10°
1.1mm
15kmh NW
67%
Wed 24th December
11°
0.8mm
6kmh SSW
34%
Thu 25th December
11°
5.7mm
31kmh WSW
85%
Fri 26th December
12°
0.2mm
8kmh ESE
54%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 7 days of light rain with an average of 2.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 58%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Point Sur Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Holiday at Point Sur Beach, Big Sur, Monterey County, California, United States

Point Sur Beach is located in the picturesque region of Big Sur along the Central Coast of California. This beautiful destination offers a perfect getaway for those looking to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Monterey County.

Beach Type

Point Sur Beach features a mix of coarse sand and pebbles. The beach is surrounded by stunning rocky cliffs which create a dramatic backdrop for your beach holiday. While it may not have powdery white sand like some other beaches, the rugged beauty and unique landscape make it a popular choice for visitors.

Snorkeling and diving are more interesting at beaches with rocks or a reef since the fish prefer that. Due to its rocky shoreline and diverse marine life, Point Sur Beach provides excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts.

Recommended Beach Activities

Popular activities at Point Sur Beach include:

  1. Surfing: The beach is known for its consistent surf breaks, making it an ideal spot for surfers.
  2. Beachcombing: The mixture of sand and pebbles on this beach provides ample opportunity for finding interesting shells and marine debris.
  3. Photography: The dramatic cliffs and beautiful sunsets make Point Sur Beach an excellent location for photography enthusiasts.
  4. Hiking: Explore the nearby trails in the Point Sur State Historic Park or take a guided tour to visit the historic Point Sur Lighthouse.
  5. Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for marine mammals such as sea lions, seals, whales, and dolphins that frequent this area.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly on Point Sur Beach itself due to its protected status as part of a state park, there are various lodging options nearby in Big Sur including hotels, motels, vacation rentals, campsites, and more upscale resorts such as:

We suggest staying in the areas along Highway 1, which runs through Big Sur, as it provides easy access to Point Sur Beach and other attractions in the region.

Beach Amenities

Point Sur Beach offers a range of amenities to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable:

  • Restrooms: Public restrooms can be found at the nearby Point Sur State Historic Park.
  • Parking: Limited parking is available near the beach, so it's advised to arrive early during peak season.
  • Picnic areas: There are picnic tables available at Point Sur State Historic Park for visitors to enjoy a meal with a view.
  • Guided tours: The Point Sur Lighthouse offers guided tours, giving you a chance to learn more about the area's history and enjoy stunning views.

With its unique landscape and diverse range of activities, Point Sur Beach is an excellent destination for your next beach holiday.

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