Beach Weather in Pfeiffer State Beach, Big Sur, United States

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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 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 59%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and moderate at 21kmh from the North West. 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 08:19 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 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 plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

PFEIFFER STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 12° 13° 14° 15° 14° 13°
50% 0% 100% 98% 100% 29% 19% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 13° 14° 14° 13° 12°
49% 92% 100% 81% 5% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 13° 15° 15° 14° 12°
0% 0% 0% 0% 22% 12% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 15° 16° 16° 15° 13°
0% 0% 0% 13% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 13° 15° 15° 15° 14° 13°
0% 0% 0% 0% 1% 2% 8% 9%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 13° 14° 16° 16° 15° 14°
15% 26% 11% 6% 5% 2% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 14° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
0% 0% 0% 1% 8% 17% 26% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Fri 29th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.4m
0.6m
16.3s 15.7s 15.5s 15.3s 14.9s 14.6s 14.4s 14.2s
Sat 30th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
17
kmh
12
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.2m
0.8m
1.1m
13.8s 13.5s 6.9s 7.9s 8.5s 12.5s 8.5s 12.1s
Sun 31st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
15
kmh
1.3m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
11.5s 9.4s 9.4s 9.4s 9.4s 10.4s 10.3s 10.2s
Mon 1st June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
10.2s 10.1s 10.0s 9.8s 9.7s 9.6s 9.6s 9.6s
Tue 2nd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
1.0m
9.5s 9.4s 9.1s 8.9s 8.3s 7.9s 7.4s 12.9s
Wed 3rd June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
20
kmh
0.8m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
10.2s 7.7s 7.9s 8.0s 12.7s 10.1s 7.4s 12.1s
Thu 4th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
1.0m
1.1m
12.2s 10.7s 8.0s 6.7s 7.0s 8.7s 9.3s 9.4s
Fri 29th May
4:25 AM 11:25 AM 5:46 PM 10:40 PM
2.01 0.48 1.51 1.02
Sat 30th May
4:58 AM 12:08 PM 6:33 PM 11:10 PM
2.04 0.45 1.47 1.07
Sun 31st May
5:31 AM 12:49 PM 7:19 PM 11:40 PM
2.06 0.43 1.43 1.11
Mon 1st June
6:05 AM 1:31 PM 8:06 PM
2.06 0.43 1.39
Tue 2nd June
12:12 AM 6:41 AM 2:13 PM 8:55 PM
1.15 2.04 0.44 1.37
Wed 3rd June
12:47 AM 7:20 AM 2:58 PM 9:46 PM
1.17 2.00 0.47 1.35
Thu 4th June
1:27 AM 8:03 AM 3:45 PM 10:37 PM
1.20 1.95 0.51 1.35
Fri 29th May
15°
0.0mm
11kmh W
59%
Sat 30th May
14°
0.0mm
19kmh NW
40%
Sun 31st May
15°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
4%
Mon 1st June
16°
0.0mm
15kmh NW
1%
Tue 2nd June
15°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
2%
Wed 3rd June
16°
0.0mm
17kmh NW
8%
Thu 4th June
16°
0.0mm
17kmh WNW
10%
Fri 5th June
16°
0.0mm
23kmh NW
3%
Sat 6th June
16°
0.0mm
23kmh NW
14%
Sun 7th June
16°
0.0mm
21kmh NW
11%
Mon 8th June
14°
0.0mm
21kmh NW
11%
Tue 9th June
15°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
0%
Wed 10th June
15°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
9%
Thu 11th June
16°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
9%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly 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 no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 13%.

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

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:

  1. Photography: With its rugged cliffs, stunning sunsets, and famous keyhole arch, this beach is a photographer's paradise.
  2. Hiking: There are several trails in the Big Sur area that lead to breathtaking views of the coastline.
  3. 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.
  4. Picnicking: Bring your lunch and enjoy a peaceful meal with an incredible view of the ocean.
  5. 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:

  1. Ragged Point Inn & Resort: Located 20 miles south of Pfeiffer State Beach, Ragged Point Inn offers comfortable accommodations with stunning ocean views.
  2. Big Sur Lodge: Nestled within Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, this lodge offers convenient access to the beach and other park attractions.
  3. 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.

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