Beach Weather in Moonstone Beach, Cambria, United States

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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15°
 
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15°
 
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15°
 
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15°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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18°
 
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19°
 
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19°
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17°
 
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16°
 
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15°
 

Beach Weather Today in Moonstone Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 15° 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 sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 63%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 18kmh from the West-Northwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Moonstone Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:55 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 Moonstone Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 15° 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 plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 2%.

MOONSTONE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 16° 19° 20° 19° 14°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 0% 0% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 18° 21° 21° 20° 14°
12% 7% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 20° 22° 23° 21° 15°
0% 2% 2% 3% 4% 4% 4% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 22° 24° 24° 22° 16°
8% 9% 7% 9% 0% 4% 84% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 18° 22° 27° 26° 23° 18°
6% 100% 1% 0% 1% 4% 15% 28%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 20° 24° 23° 20° 15°
15% 7% 5% 6% 1% 2% 2% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 15° 19° 22° 23° 20° 15°
0% 1% 3% 3% 2% 2% 2% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 14th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
14
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
8.1s 8.1s 8.0s 7.9s 7.8s 7.6s 14.5s 14.4s
Sat 15th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
1.1m
10.7s 10.7s 9.5s 14.1s 13.8s 13.4s 14.8s 16.0s
Sun 16th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
10.5s 15.6s 15.5s 15.4s 15.3s 15.2s 15.0s 14.7s
Mon 17th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
24
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
21
kmh
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.5m
1.5m
1.7m
1.6m
9.8s 14.5s 14.4s 14.4s 14.3s 14.3s 14.3s 14.2s
Tue 18th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
17
kmh
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
1.2m
1.5m
1.6m
1.6m
1.2m
10.7s 10.6s 10.5s 12.6s 13.6s 13.6s 13.5s 11.5s
Wed 19th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
23
kmh
22
kmh
15
kmh
0.9m
1.3m
1.0m
1.0m
1.3m
1.6m
1.7m
1.4m
11.2s 11.5s 11.6s 13.5s 14.5s 14.5s 14.6s 12.5s
Thu 20th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
14
kmh
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
1.2m
1.3m
1.5m
1.4m
0.8m
11.4s 10.3s 9.7s 11.5s 13.6s 13.5s 13.9s 12.1s
Fri 14th August
5:39 AM 12:09 PM 6:19 PM
0.29 2.05 0.64
Sat 15th August
12:05 AM 6:11 AM 12:40 PM 7:10 PM
1.77 0.49 2.06 0.58
Sun 16th August
1:00 AM 6:40 AM 1:11 PM 8:07 PM
1.58 0.70 2.04 0.55
Mon 17th August
2:03 AM 7:05 AM 1:44 PM 9:11 PM
1.39 0.91 2.01 0.54
Tue 18th August
3:33 AM 7:19 AM 2:19 PM 10:27 PM
1.24 1.10 1.96 0.51
Wed 19th August
2:58 PM 11:46 PM
1.89 0.46
Thu 20th August
3:48 PM
1.82
Fri 14th August
20°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
63%
Sat 15th August
22°
0.0mm
10kmh W
2%
Sun 16th August
23°
0.0mm
10kmh W
3%
Mon 17th August
25°
0.0mm
19kmh WNW
15%
Tue 18th August
27°
0.0mm
18kmh WNW
19%
Wed 19th August
24°
0.0mm
11kmh W
4%
Thu 20th August
23°
0.0mm
9kmh W
1%
Fri 21st August
23°
0.0mm
9kmh W
0%
Sat 22nd August
25°
0.0mm
8kmh W
8%
Sun 23rd August
25°
0.0mm
10kmh W
14%
Mon 24th August
25°
0.0mm
14kmh WNW
8%
Tue 25th August
25°
0.1mm
8kmh WSW
8%
Wed 26th August
24°
0.0mm
8kmh WSW
0%
Thu 27th August
27°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
0%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° 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. Average cloud cover will be 10%.

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

Moonstone Beach, Cambria, San Luis Obispo County, California, United States

Moonstone Beach is a beautiful and serene destination located in Cambria, San Luis Obispo County, California. The beach is known for its unique mix of sand and pebbles, with a predominantly rocky shoreline that creates a stunning landscape. The beach also features driftwood and moonstones scattered across the shore, offering visitors a chance to search for these natural treasures.

Beach Type

Moonstone Beach is characterized by rocky shores and coarse sand mixed with pebbles. This type of beach provides an interesting environment for marine life to thrive, making it perfect for activities such as snorkeling and diving.

Recommended Beach Activities

Since Moonstone Beach has a rocky shoreline and an abundance of marine life, snorkeling and diving are popular activities here. Visitors can explore the underwater world filled with colorful fish and other sea creatures that prefer the rocky habitat.

Additionally, other recommended beach activities at Moonstone Beach include:

  1. Beachcombing: With its unique mix of sand, pebbles, driftwood, and moonstones scattered along the shore, searching for these natural treasures becomes an enjoyable pastime.
  2. Photography: The picturesque landscape of Moonstone Beach makes it an ideal spot for capturing stunning photos of the shoreline or during sunset.
  3. Wildlife Watching: Seals often sunbathe on the rocks near the beach while sea otters can be spotted playing in the water. Bird watching enthusiasts will also enjoy observing various species that inhabit this coastal area.
  4. Hiking: There is a boardwalk running parallel to Moonstone Beach which offers scenic views of the coastline as you walk along it.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and accommodations available near Moonstone Beach that cater to different preferences and budgets. Some popular options include:

  • The Cambria Shores Inn: A cozy beachfront hotel that offers direct access to Moonstone Beach and is perfect for those looking for a relaxing retreat.
  • FogCatcher Inn: This charming hotel features comfortable rooms, many of which offer ocean views, and is within walking distance to the beach.
  • Pelican Inn & Suites: This upscale property offers spacious accommodations, ocean views, and several amenities including an outdoor pool.

Beach Amenities

Moonstone Beach offers various amenities that help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for visitors. These include:

  • Public restrooms
  • Parking facilities
  • Picnic areas
  • Boardwalk with scenic views of the coastline
  • Benches scattered along the boardwalk for relaxation

Moonstone Beach in Cambria, California is a serene destination perfect for those looking to enjoy a peaceful holiday by the beach. Its unique rocky shoreline and rich marine life make it an ideal spot for snorkeling, diving, and wildlife watching. With several accommodation options available nearby, visitors can choose the perfect place to stay during their beach holiday.

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