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Beach Weather Today in Pfeiffer State Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 13° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 10° 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 some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 53%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 36kmh from the South-Southwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Pfeiffer State Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 04:55 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 58% cloud cover 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 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 10° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.6mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 8.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 7.0mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 68%.

PFEIFFER STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

06:52 AM 04:55 PM

10:48 PM

12:23 PM

Thu 21st November

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

13°	13°	12°	13°	14°	15°	13°	12°
50%	38%	58%	67%	56%	67%	58%	30%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°

06:53 AM 04:55 PM

11:49 PM

12:51 PM

Fri 22nd November

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

11°	11°	11°	13°	14°	14°	13°	13°
28%	29%	66%	85%	84%	98%	100%	100%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.8mm	1.8mm	2.2mm
12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°

06:54 AM 04:54 PM

No moonrise

01:15 PM

Sat 23rd November

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

12°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	11°	10°
100%	99%	93%	90%	96%	73%	3%	2%
2.3mm	3.5mm	2.3mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°

06:55 AM 04:54 PM

12:48 AM

01:38 PM

Sun 24th November

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

10°	10°	10°	11°	10°	9°	10°	11°
5%	29%	44%	64%	100%	100%	100%	100%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	1.2mm	2.6mm	2.4mm	0.8mm
10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°

06:56 AM 04:54 PM

01:45 AM

01:59 PM

Mon 25th November

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

11°	11°	11°	12°	13°	14°	13°	12°
98%	56%	80%	81%	84%	58%	63%	80%
0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.1mm
10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	10°	12°	12°

06:57 AM 04:53 PM

02:41 AM

02:20 PM

Tue 26th November

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

11°	11°	10°	11°	12°	13°	12°	10°
54%	28%	52%	14%	11%	11%	9%	5%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°

06:58 AM 04:53 PM

03:39 AM

02:43 PM

Wed 27th November

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

10°	9°	9°	10°	12°	13°	12°	10°
4%	8%	19%	15%	17%	37%	47%	36%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°	12°

06:52 AM 04:55 PM

10:48 PM

12:23 PM

Thu 21st November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
26 kmh	23 kmh	19 kmh	20 kmh	31 kmh	36 kmh	29 kmh	17 kmh

0.4m	0.4m	0.3m	0.3m	0.9m	1.4m	0.9m	0.3m

12.7s	12.7s	12.6s	10.4s	10.2s	12.6s	9.9s	9.7s

06:53 AM 04:55 PM

11:49 PM

12:51 PM

Fri 22nd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
18 kmh	19 kmh	17 kmh	23 kmh	37 kmh	33 kmh	41 kmh	29 kmh

0.4m	0.3m	0.2m	0.4m	1.4m	0.9m	1.4m	0.9m

9.5s	9.4s	9.4s	9.6s	9.9s	10.1s	9.9s	9.7s

06:54 AM 04:54 PM

No moonrise

01:15 PM

Sat 23rd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
27 kmh	12 kmh	15 kmh	11 kmh	9 kmh	12 kmh	8 kmh	5 kmh

0.9m	0.5m	0.6m	1.4m	0.5m	0.6m	0.5m	0.5m

9.7s	9.6s	9.4s	9.2s	9.2s	9.0s	9.0s	8.9s

06:55 AM 04:54 PM

12:48 AM

01:38 PM

Sun 24th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
6 kmh	12 kmh	10 kmh	18 kmh	13 kmh	18 kmh	14 kmh	16 kmh

0.4m	0.6m	0.5m	0.6m	1.0m	1.3m	1.4m	1.4m

8.6s	8.5s	8.3s	8.2s	8.0s	7.9s	7.7s	7.3s

06:56 AM 04:54 PM

01:45 AM

01:59 PM

Mon 25th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
20 kmh	21 kmh	17 kmh	17 kmh	31 kmh	31 kmh	27 kmh	19 kmh

0.5m	0.5m	0.6m	0.6m	1.4m	1.4m	1.1m	0.8m

7.0s	7.0s	6.9s	6.8s	9.6s	9.1s	8.1s	9.0s

06:57 AM 04:53 PM

02:41 AM

02:20 PM

Tue 26th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
10 kmh	6 kmh	8 kmh	5 kmh	5 kmh	7 kmh	11 kmh	12 kmh

0.6m	0.6m	0.6m	0.3m	0.7m	1.0m	0.9m	0.9m

8.6s	8.3s	8.1s	8.0s	7.6s	7.4s	7.3s	7.2s

06:58 AM 04:53 PM

03:39 AM

02:43 PM

Wed 27th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
15 kmh	18 kmh	18 kmh	17 kmh	17 kmh	17 kmh	16 kmh	16 kmh

0.9m	1.2m	1.2m	1.2m	1.1m	1.2m	1.2m	1.2m

11.3s	9.2s	15.3s	12.0s	8.2s	8.0s	7.7s	14.3s

06:52 AM 04:55 PM

10:48 PM

12:23 PM

Thu 21st November

4:29 AM	8:06 AM	1:50 PM	9:49 PM

1.10	1.00	1.40	0.10

06:53 AM 04:55 PM

11:49 PM

12:51 PM

Fri 22nd November

5:27 AM	10:12 AM	3:16 PM	10:48 PM

1.20	0.90	1.30	0.10

06:54 AM 04:54 PM

No moonrise

01:15 PM

Sat 23rd November

6:07 AM	11:44 AM	4:46 PM	11:37 PM

1.30	0.80	1.20	0.20

06:55 AM 04:54 PM

12:48 AM

01:38 PM

Sun 24th November

6:36 AM	12:44 PM	6:02 PM

1.40	0.60	1.10

06:56 AM 04:54 PM

01:45 AM

01:59 PM

Mon 25th November

12:16 AM	7:00 AM	1:28 PM	7:04 PM

0.30	1.50	0.50	1.10

06:57 AM 04:53 PM

02:41 AM

02:20 PM

Tue 26th November

12:49 AM	7:22 AM	2:05 PM	7:56 PM

0.40	1.50	0.30	1.10

06:58 AM 04:53 PM

03:39 AM

02:43 PM

Wed 27th November

1:18 AM	7:43 AM	2:38 PM	8:42 PM

0.50	1.60	0.10	1.10

Thu 21st November

15°
0.0mm
23kmh S
53%

Fri 22nd November

14°
4.8mm
28kmh S
73%

Sat 23rd November

13°
8.1mm
8kmh NW
69%

Sun 24th November

11°
7.0mm
9kmh ESE
67%

Mon 25th November

14°
0.4mm
20kmh S
75%

Tue 26th November

13°
0.0mm
4kmh N
23%

Wed 27th November

14°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
22%

Thu 28th November

14°
0.0mm
8kmh NE
35%

Fri 29th November

14°
0.0mm
14kmh SE
23%

Sat 30th November

17°
0.0mm
14kmh NE
0%

Sun 1st December

17°
0.0mm
9kmh NE
1%

Mon 2nd December

15°
0.0mm
13kmh SE
36%

Tue 3rd December

15°
0.0mm
8kmh SE
9%

Wed 4th December

15°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
12%

Next 14 day Beach Weather in Pfeiffer State Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 11° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 4 days of moderate rain with an average of 5.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 36%.

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.