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Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun Best	Jul Best	Aug Best	Sep Best	Oct	Nov	Dec
16°	16°	17°	17°	18°	19°	20°	20°	21°	20°	18°	16°
Sea 14°	Sea 14°	Sea 14°	Sea 14°	Sea 15°	Sea 16°	Sea 16°	Sea 18°	Sea 18°	Sea 16°	Sea 15°	Sea 15°

Beach Weather Today in Sand Dollar Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will have 17.4mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 81%.

The winds will be on shore and very strong at 41kmh from the West-Southwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Sand Dollar Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:48 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 79% 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 Sand Dollar Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

SAND DOLLAR BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

06:50 AM 05:48 PM

06:32 AM

05:14 PM

Mon 16th February

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

10°	9°	9°	9°	10°	8°	7°	6°
100%	76%	100%	67%	68%	92%	79%	70%
1.3mm	0.0mm	1.5mm	5.2mm	2.0mm	6.0mm	0.0mm	1.4mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:49 AM 05:49 PM

07:01 AM

06:19 PM

Tue 17th February

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

6°	6°	6°	6°	7°	8°	8°	7°
89%	73%	66%	90%	100%	100%	100%	97%
2.7mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	7.2mm	4.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:48 AM 05:50 PM

07:29 AM

07:25 PM

Wed 18th February

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

6°	4°	3°	5°	7°	8°	7°	5°
97%	80%	58%	53%	60%	52%	46%	50%
2.5mm	1.9mm	0.7mm	0.0mm	0.6mm	0.6mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:47 AM 05:51 PM

07:54 AM

08:30 PM

Thu 19th February

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

5°	6°	7°	9°	10°	9°	3°	2°
65%	90%	90%	86%	65%	48%	16%	61%
0.7mm	1.4mm	2.3mm	3.6mm	2.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:45 AM 05:52 PM

08:21 AM

09:38 PM

Fri 20th February

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

1°	-1°	-1°	4°	8°	9°	5°	3°
17%	2%	7%	6%	36%	12%	100%	12%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:44 AM 05:53 PM

08:50 AM

10:48 PM

Sat 21st February

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

1°	1°	1°	5°	9°	11°	7°	6°
32%	0%	5%	69%	100%	52%	42%	50%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:43 AM 05:54 PM

09:23 AM

No moonset

Sun 22nd February

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

6°	5°	5°	10°	14°	14°	11°	10°
74%	34%	15%	16%	10%	37%	80%	98%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°	14°

06:50 AM 05:48 PM

06:32 AM

05:14 PM

Mon 16th February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
32 kmh	37 kmh	32 kmh	26 kmh	41 kmh	23 kmh	23 kmh	24 kmh

1.5m	1.8m	1.5m	0.8m	2.0m	1.4m	0.9m	0.9m

14.9s	14.5s	14.2s	14.1s	13.7s	13.5s	13.4s	13.3s

06:49 AM 05:49 PM

07:01 AM

06:19 PM

Tue 17th February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
23 kmh	24 kmh	20 kmh	28 kmh	42 kmh	41 kmh	31 kmh	36 kmh

0.9m	1.2m	0.7m	1.0m	1.5m	2.0m	1.7m	2.0m

13.2s	12.8s	12.6s	13.8s	10.9s	10.7s	15.9s	15.5s

06:48 AM 05:50 PM

07:29 AM

07:25 PM

Wed 18th February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
37 kmh	34 kmh	32 kmh	26 kmh	28 kmh	27 kmh	19 kmh	12 kmh

2.0m	1.9m	1.5m	1.4m	1.3m	1.2m	0.9m	0.4m

14.3s	13.4s	14.1s	12.1s	12.8s	12.7s	12.7s	12.9s

06:47 AM 05:51 PM

07:54 AM

08:30 PM

Thu 19th February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
4 kmh	11 kmh	26 kmh	20 kmh	11 kmh	16 kmh	27 kmh	22 kmh

0.2m	0.5m	1.0m	1.3m	1.4m	0.4m	0.3m	0.6m

12.7s	12.5s	12.2s	11.9s	8.2s	9.3s	10.3s	10.6s

06:45 AM 05:52 PM

08:21 AM

09:38 PM

Fri 20th February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
13 kmh	14 kmh	11 kmh	8 kmh	5 kmh	10 kmh	7 kmh	5 kmh

1.0m	0.6m	0.4m	0.3m	0.2m	0.3m	0.3m	0.3m

12.4s	9.9s	10.0s	10.1s	10.2s	10.1s	10.0s	9.9s

06:44 AM 05:53 PM

08:50 AM

10:48 PM

Sat 21st February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
8 kmh	8 kmh	8 kmh	9 kmh	10 kmh	10 kmh	9 kmh	10 kmh

0.3m	0.3m	0.3m	0.8m	1.0m	0.9m	0.8m	0.7m

9.8s	9.7s	9.6s	9.5s	9.3s	9.1s	9.0s	8.8s

06:43 AM 05:54 PM

09:23 AM

No moonset

Sun 22nd February

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
15 kmh	12 kmh	10 kmh	17 kmh	19 kmh	17 kmh	17 kmh	18 kmh

0.8m	0.8m	0.9m	0.9m	1.1m	0.8m	0.9m	0.7m

8.6s	8.4s	8.3s	8.2s	8.8s	7.6s	7.4s	9.1s

06:50 AM 05:48 PM

06:32 AM

05:14 PM

Mon 16th February

2:59 AM	9:02 AM	4:08 PM	10:34 PM

0.67	1.78	-0.16	1.27

06:49 AM 05:49 PM

07:01 AM

06:19 PM

Tue 17th February

3:40 AM	9:40 AM	4:36 PM	11:00 PM

0.59	1.74	-0.11	1.34

06:48 AM 05:50 PM

07:29 AM

07:25 PM

Wed 18th February

4:20 AM	10:19 AM	5:03 PM	11:26 PM

0.50	1.67	-0.02	1.40

06:47 AM 05:51 PM

07:54 AM

08:30 PM

Thu 19th February

5:04 AM	11:02 AM	5:31 PM	11:53 PM

0.43	1.54	0.11	1.47

06:45 AM 05:52 PM

08:21 AM

09:38 PM

Fri 20th February

5:54 AM	11:52 AM	5:58 PM

0.35	1.39	0.26

06:44 AM 05:53 PM

08:50 AM

10:48 PM

Sat 21st February

12:24 AM	6:51 AM	12:51 PM	6:26 PM

1.53	0.28	1.21	0.42

06:43 AM 05:54 PM

09:23 AM

No moonset

Sun 22nd February

12:59 AM	7:56 AM	2:01 PM	6:57 PM

1.59	0.22	1.04	0.58

Mon 16th February

11°
17.4mm
16kmh S
81%

Tue 17th February

9°
14.0mm
29kmh SW
89%

Wed 18th February

8°
6.3mm
11kmh NW
62%

Thu 19th February

10°
10.0mm
8kmh N
65%

Fri 20th February

9°
0.0mm
4kmh E
24%

Sat 21st February

11°
0.0mm
8kmh SE
43%

Sun 22nd February

15°
0.0mm
17kmh S
45%

Mon 23rd February

12°
13.0mm
10kmh SSE
100%

Tue 24th February

13°
1.5mm
12kmh S
86%

Wed 25th February

11°
5.6mm
13kmh WSW
60%

Thu 26th February

12°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
46%

Fri 27th February

11°
0.0mm
21kmh NNW
45%

Sat 28th February

15°
0.0mm
11kmh N
0%

Sun 1st March

18°
0.0mm
5kmh NE
1%

Next 14 day Beach Weather in Sand Dollar Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 7 days of moderate rain with an average of 9.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 53%.

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

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Holiday at Sand Dollar Beach, Monterey County, California

Taking a holiday at Sand Dollar Beach in Monterey County, California, is an excellent choice for beach aficionados looking for a relaxing and scenic getaway. Located along the beautiful Big Sur coastline, Sand Dollar Beach offers visitors a unique and memorable beach experience.

Beach Type

Sand Dollar Beach is known for its coarse yellow sand mixed with small pebbles. The beach stretches along the coast with stunning cliffs and rock formations surrounding it. While not powdery white sand like some tropical destinations, the coarse sand provides a unique texture that feels great underfoot and adds to the area's natural charm.

Snorkeling and Diving

While Sand Dollar Beach may not be known as a top snorkeling or diving destination due to its colder waters and lack of coral reefs, visitors can still find interesting marine life near the rocky shoreline. The rocks provide shelter for various fish species, making it more suitable for snorkeling than sandy beaches. It's essential to wear a wetsuit while snorkeling or diving in this area due to the cooler water temperature.

Recommended Beach Activities

Some popular beach activities at Sand Dollar Beach include:

Surfing: Sand Dollar Beach is known for its consistent surf break that attracts both beginners and experienced surfers. The waves here are usually gentle but can get larger during specific conditions.
Beachcombing: With its unique mixture of sand and pebbles, Sand Dollar Beach is perfect for beachcombing enthusiasts looking for interesting shells, rocks, and other treasures washed ashore.
Photography: The stunning cliffs and rock formations surrounding the beach provide excellent opportunities for photography lovers to capture breathtaking landscapes.
Hiking: Nearby trails such as Jade Cove Trail offer scenic hikes with beautiful views of the coastline.
Picnicking: There are picnic tables available at the nearby parking area, making it an ideal spot to enjoy a meal with a view of the ocean.

Accommodation Options

While there are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Sand Dollar Beach, visitors can find accommodation options nearby. The town of Gorda, just a short drive north of Sand Dollar Beach, has several motels and inns. For a more luxurious stay, visitors can head south to Cambria or north to Carmel-by-the-Sea, where upscale hotels and vacation rentals are available.

Beach Amenities

Sand Dollar Beach offers the following amenities for visitors:

Restrooms
Picnic tables
Parking area
Trail access to the beach
Nearby hiking trails

Sand Dollar Beach in Monterey County is an excellent destination for those looking for a unique and memorable beach getaway. The picturesque coastline, beautiful rock formations, and various activities make it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy nature's beauty.