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Beach Weather Today in Pfeiffer State Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 93%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 23kmh from the West-Northwest. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Pfeiffer State Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:54 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 97% 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 Pfeiffer State Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.3mm of rain and Sunday will have 0.6mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 70%.

PFEIFFER STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

06:17 AM 07:54 PM

06:36 AM

09:38 PM

Mon 28th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	10°	12°	10°	11°	12°	11°	10°
100%	100%	100%	100%	75%	79%	97%	100%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

06:16 AM 07:55 PM

07:21 AM

10:54 PM

Tue 29th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	9°	10°	10°	12°	12°	11°	11°
100%	100%	92%	78%	72%	80%	93%	100%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

06:15 AM 07:56 PM

08:15 AM

No moonset

Wed 30th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	10°	10°	11°	12°	12°	12°	11°
100%	100%	95%	84%	78%	84%	91%	94%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

06:14 AM 07:56 PM

09:19 AM

12:03 AM

Thu 1st May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

11°	11°	11°	13°	13°	14°	13°	12°
66%	72%	69%	46%	5%	4%	8%	12%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

06:13 AM 07:57 PM

10:26 AM

01:01 AM

Fri 2nd May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

11°	11°	10°	13°	14°	14°	13°	12°
77%	4%	9%	0%	20%	7%	17%	20%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	13°	13°

06:11 AM 07:58 PM

11:36 AM

01:47 AM

Sat 3rd May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

11°	11°	11°	11°	12°	12°	11°	10°
39%	95%	97%	75%	22%	29%	79%	79%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.1mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

06:10 AM 07:59 PM

12:42 PM

02:24 AM

Sun 4th May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	10°	10°	10°	11°	12°	11°	10°
73%	79%	85%	79%	75%	80%	73%	70%
0.1mm	0.2mm	0.3mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

06:17 AM 07:54 PM

06:36 AM

09:38 PM

Mon 28th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
15 kmh	12 kmh	13 kmh	11 kmh	17 kmh	23 kmh	20 kmh	14 kmh

0.6m	0.2m	0.3m	0.2m	0.5m	1.0m	1.0m	0.9m

9.0s	8.9s	8.7s	8.5s	8.3s	15.4s	14.5s	17.7s

06:16 AM 07:55 PM

07:21 AM

10:54 PM

Tue 29th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
8 kmh	13 kmh	9 kmh	12 kmh	12 kmh	15 kmh	10 kmh	11 kmh

0.1m	0.2m	0.1m	0.2m	0.3m	0.4m	0.3m	0.4m

8.3s	8.4s	8.6s	8.7s	8.5s	8.3s	8.2s	8.1s

06:15 AM 07:56 PM

08:15 AM

No moonset

Wed 30th April

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
14 kmh	19 kmh	24 kmh	10 kmh	12 kmh	17 kmh	13 kmh	10 kmh

0.5m	0.6m	1.3m	0.3m	0.2m	0.5m	0.3m	0.6m

8.2s	8.4s	15.6s	8.6s	8.7s	8.9s	8.7s	8.6s

06:14 AM 07:56 PM

09:19 AM

12:03 AM

Thu 1st May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
7 kmh	6 kmh	3 kmh	8 kmh	14 kmh	16 kmh	14 kmh	13 kmh

0.2m	0.1m	0.8m	0.2m	1.4m	1.1m	1.1m	1.0m

8.4s	8.4s	8.2s	8.5s	7.8s	7.7s	7.5s	7.1s

06:13 AM 07:57 PM

10:26 AM

01:01 AM

Fri 2nd May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
12 kmh	16 kmh	13 kmh	15 kmh	21 kmh	24 kmh	25 kmh	18 kmh

0.9m	0.9m	0.9m	0.9m	1.2m	1.2m	1.2m	1.2m

6.9s	6.5s	6.4s	6.1s	16.5s	15.8s	16.1s	15.6s

06:11 AM 07:58 PM

11:36 AM

01:47 AM

Sat 3rd May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
14 kmh	21 kmh	29 kmh	29 kmh	32 kmh	37 kmh	40 kmh	41 kmh

1.1m	1.5m	1.2m	1.4m	1.5m	1.6m	1.7m	1.7m

14.9s	14.6s	14.4s	14.3s	13.7s	13.3s	13.2s	15.3s

06:10 AM 07:59 PM

12:42 PM

02:24 AM

Sun 4th May

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
41 kmh	44 kmh	45 kmh	47 kmh	48 kmh	47 kmh	48 kmh	48 kmh

1.5m	1.3m	1.3m	1.4m	1.4m	1.4m	1.6m	1.6m

14.1s	12.9s	12.4s	14.7s	13.3s	14.6s	15.9s	15.4s

06:17 AM 07:54 PM

06:36 AM

09:38 PM

Mon 28th April

5:39 AM	12:16 PM	5:10 PM	11:14 PM

-0.35	1.31	0.60	1.90

06:16 AM 07:55 PM

07:21 AM

10:54 PM

Tue 29th April

6:32 AM	1:21 PM	5:54 PM	11:57 PM

-0.41	1.25	0.73	1.87

06:15 AM 07:56 PM

08:15 AM

No moonset

Wed 30th April

7:27 AM	2:31 PM	6:44 PM

-0.40	1.21	0.83

06:14 AM 07:56 PM

09:19 AM

12:03 AM

Thu 1st May

12:45 AM	8:26 AM	3:46 PM	7:47 PM

1.78	-0.34	1.19	0.91

06:13 AM 07:57 PM

10:26 AM

01:01 AM

Fri 2nd May

1:39 AM	9:29 AM	5:02 PM	9:10 PM

1.65	-0.24	1.21	0.95

06:11 AM 07:58 PM

11:36 AM

01:47 AM

Sat 3rd May

2:43 AM	10:33 AM	6:07 PM	10:49 PM

1.49	-0.15	1.25	0.91

06:10 AM 07:59 PM

12:42 PM

02:24 AM

Sun 4th May

3:59 AM	11:35 AM	6:58 PM

1.34	-0.06	1.31

Mon 28th April

12°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
93%

Tue 29th April

12°
0.0mm
14kmh WNW
89%

Wed 30th April

13°
0.0mm
12kmh W
90%

Thu 1st May

14°
0.0mm
11kmh W
35%

Fri 2nd May

14°
0.0mm
22kmh NW
19%

Sat 3rd May

12°
0.3mm
25kmh NW
64%

Sun 4th May

12°
0.6mm
40kmh NW
76%

Mon 5th May

12°
0.0mm
32kmh NW
30%

Tue 6th May

13°
0.0mm
23kmh NW
10%

Wed 7th May

14°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
3%

Thu 8th May

15°
0.0mm
21kmh NW
0%

Fri 9th May

14°
0.0mm
19kmh NW
2%

Sat 10th May

13°
0.0mm
19kmh NW
9%

Sun 11th May

12°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
55%

Next 14 day Beach Weather in Pfeiffer State Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 41%.

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

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Pfeiffer State Beach, Big Sur, Monterey County, California

Pfeiffer State Beach is a lesser known gem located on the beautiful coastline of Big Sur in Monterey County, California. The beach offers a unique experience with its stunning scenery and numerous activities to indulge in during your holiday.

Beach Type

The beach at Pfeiffer State Beach is known for its coarse sand and unique purple hue due to the manganese garnet deposits from the surrounding cliffs. The coastline here is quite rocky with interesting rock formations that make this destination visually appealing.

As for snorkeling and diving, Pfeiffer State Beach may not be the best choice due to its strong currents and lack of coral reefs. However, there are other nearby beaches in Monterey County that are better suited for such activities.

Activities

Some popular beach activities recommended at Pfeiffer State Beach include:

Photography: With its rugged cliffs, stunning sunsets, and famous keyhole arch, this beach is a photographer's paradise.
Hiking: There are several trails in the Big Sur area that lead to breathtaking views of the coastline.
Surfing: While not ideal for beginners due to the rocky shoreline and strong currents, experienced surfers can enjoy some excellent waves at Pfeiffer State Beach.
Picnicking: Bring your lunch and enjoy a peaceful meal with an incredible view of the ocean.
Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for sea otters, seals, and various bird species that frequent this area.

Accommodations

There are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Pfeiffer State Beach; however, there are several options nearby:

Ragged Point Inn & Resort: Located 20 miles south of Pfeiffer State Beach, Ragged Point Inn offers comfortable accommodations with stunning ocean views.
Big Sur Lodge: Nestled within Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, this lodge offers convenient access to the beach and other park attractions.
Ventana Big Sur: Situated just a few miles north of Pfeiffer State Beach, this luxury resort provides a serene and upscale stay amidst the natural beauty of Big Sur.

Beach Amenities

Pfeiffer State Beach offers the following amenities:

Restrooms
Picnic tables
Limited parking (arrive early as it fills up quickly)
An entrance fee is required ($10 per vehicle)

Pfeiffer State Beach is an excellent destination for those looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful holiday surrounded by stunning natural beauty. While it may not be ideal for snorkeling or diving enthusiasts, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy at this remarkable beach.