Beach Weather in Monterey State Beach, Monterey, United States

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Beach Weather Today in Monterey State Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 11° 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 only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 73%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 13kmh from the West-Northwest. The light winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Monterey State Beach faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:12 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 90% 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 Monterey State Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

MONTEREY STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 10° 10°
91% 97% 50% 66% 51% 67% 90% 79%
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 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 12° 12° 15° 15° 12° 11°
79% 100% 80% 35% 1% 0% 15% 45%
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 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 11° 13° 15° 15° 12° 10°
83% 81% 71% 84% 7% 6% 100% 13%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 15° 15° 12° 10°
8% 1% 0% 5% 11% 5% 37% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 15° 16° 13° 10°
14% 12% 6% 2% 1% 2% 2% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
11°
13°
13°
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 15° 16° 14° 11°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 13° 17° 17° 14° 11°
2% 2% 4% 5% 7% 0% 4% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
1.4m
1.3m
10.9s 10.7s 10.4s 10.2s 10.2s 10.0s 9.8s 9.7s
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
6
kmh
2
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
1.2m
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
0.6m
0.8m
0.4m
9.6s 9.4s 9.2s 9.1s 9.5s 13.7s 13.3s 13.3s
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
27
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.6m
1.0m
13.2s 13.1s 13.0s 13.2s 13.5s 13.5s 13.3s 12.9s
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
27
kmh
25
kmh
31
kmh
38
kmh
42
kmh
41
kmh
30
kmh
1.3m
1.2m
0.9m
1.2m
1.6m
1.9m
1.6m
1.1m
12.6s 14.6s 14.6s 14.5s 11.9s 14.4s 14.5s 16.6s
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
8
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
34
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.3m
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
9.7s 9.8s 9.9s 9.9s 9.9s 16.7s 16.4s 11.5s
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
22
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
0.7m
0.4m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
9.1s 9.1s 15.6s 18.2s 17.7s 17.4s 17.2s 16.5s
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
16.1s 16.0s 15.8s 15.3s 14.7s 14.5s 14.4s 14.2s
Wed 30th October
3:41 AM 9:48 AM 4:29 PM 10:41 PM
0.50 1.60 0.10 1.30
Thu 31st October
4:11 AM 10:10 AM 5:00 PM 11:26 PM
0.60 1.60 0.00 1.20
Fri 1st November
4:40 AM 10:33 AM 5:32 PM
0.70 1.60 0.00
Sat 2nd November
12:11 AM 5:10 AM 10:58 AM 6:05 PM
1.20 0.80 1.60 -0.10
Sun 3rd November
12:58 AM 5:40 AM 11:27 AM 6:41 PM
1.20 0.90 1.60 -0.10
Mon 4th November
1:49 AM 6:13 AM 12:00 PM 7:22 PM
1.20 1.00 1.60 -0.10
Tue 5th November
2:45 AM 6:51 AM 12:40 PM 8:09 PM
1.10 1.10 1.60 -0.10
Wed 30th October
11°
0.0mm
8kmh NW
73%
Thu 31st October
16°
0.0mm
11kmh W
44%
Fri 1st November
15°
0.5mm
12kmh WNW
55%
Sat 2nd November
16°
0.0mm
12kmh ESE
17%
Sun 3rd November
16°
0.0mm
11kmh NNW
5%
Mon 4th November
17°
0.0mm
10kmh ESE
0%
Tue 5th November
18°
0.0mm
10kmh SE
5%
Wed 6th November
18°
0.0mm
9kmh ESE
15%
Thu 7th November
19°
0.0mm
10kmh NNW
11%
Fri 8th November
19°
0.0mm
11kmh ESE
10%
Sat 9th November
18°
0.0mm
6kmh W
9%
Sun 10th November
14°
3.1mm
11kmh WSW
58%
Mon 11th November
14°
0.5mm
6kmh NW
40%
Tue 12th November
14°
1.2mm
5kmh W
58%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° 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 4 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 29%.

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

Holiday at Monterey State Beach, Monterey, California

Located in Monterey County, California, United States, Monterey State Beach is a beautiful coastal destination that offers a variety of activities and amenities for visitors to enjoy. The beach itself features a mix of sand types, including powdery white sand in some areas and coarser yellow sand in others. There are also some rocky areas along the shore that provide interesting opportunities for snorkeling and diving.

Beach Activities

The diverse beach landscape at Monterey State Beach offers many different activities for visitors to enjoy:

  1. Snorkeling and Diving: The rocky areas along the shoreline create a great environment for marine life, making snorkeling and diving popular activities at this beach. The underwater kelp forests found in this region are home to numerous fish species and other sea creatures.
  2. Kayaking: The calm waters of the bay make it an ideal location for kayaking. Paddle out into the bay to explore the kelp forests and get up close with seals, sea otters, and other marine life.
  3. Surfing: While not as famous as nearby Santa Cruz or Big Sur, Monterey State Beach has its own surf scene with several breaks suitable for beginner to intermediate surfers.
  4. Beachcombing: Take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline while searching for unique shells, driftwood or even the occasional piece of sea glass.
  5. Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for California's iconic sea otters that can often be spotted frolicking in the waves or resting on nearby rocks.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and resorts located near Monterey State Beach to suit various budgets and preferences:

  • Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa: This upscale hotel overlooks the water and offers luxurious accommodations with stunning views of the coastline.
  • InterContinental The Clement Monterey: Another high-end option located right on Cannery Row, featuring comfortable rooms and a full-service spa.
  • Hotel Pacific: For a more budget-friendly option, this charming boutique hotel is located within walking distance of the beach and other popular attractions.

For those looking to stay near the beach, consider booking accommodation in the Cannery Row or Downtown Monterey areas. Both locations provide easy access to the beach as well as nearby attractions such as the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, and historic downtown Monterey.

Beach Amenities

Monterey State Beach offers a variety of amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Restrooms and showers
  • Picnic tables and barbecue grills
  • Paved walkways for walking or biking
  • Nearby parking facilities (some may require fees)
  • Wheelchair-accessible ramps to the beach
  • Lifeguard services during peak season

With its picturesque coastal scenery, diverse range of activities, and convenient amenities, Monterey State Beach is an ideal destination for a relaxing holiday by the sea.

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