Beach Weather in Monterey State Beach, Monterey, United States

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
17°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
15°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Sat 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 16° 16° 13°
0% 0% 2% 7% 4% 0% 2% 2%
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 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 16° 17° 12° 12°
0% 2% 3% 2% 5% 100% 48% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 15° 15° 11° 11°
8% 100% 6% 9% 12% 2% 1% 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°
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 15° 17° 11° 11°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 100% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 11° 17° 17° 14° 12°
0% 0% 2% 1% 9% 100% 97% 94%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
15°
15°
Thu 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 13° 17° 17° 15° 13°
90% 57% 33% 33% 55% 92% 85% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 13° 17° 17° 14° 12°
99% 98% 100% 79% 46% 42% 0% 12%
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 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
0.7m
11.9s 11.8s 11.7s 11.4s 11.3s 11.4s 11.5s 11.3s
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
17
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
1.2m
1.1m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
11.1s 11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 13.6s 13.3s 12.8s 12.6s
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
12.3s 11.9s 11.7s 11.5s 11.3s 11.2s 11.1s 11.1s
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
11
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
13
kmh
20
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
1.1m
0.4m
0.3m
1.4m
0.3m
1.0m
11.2s 11.2s 10.8s 6.8s 7.3s 9.7s 9.5s 6.8s
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
6.7s 8.8s 8.8s 8.9s 8.6s 8.4s 8.8s 17.2s
Thu 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.4m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
20.9s 19.7s 18.5s 17.7s 17.2s 16.7s 16.2s 15.9s
Fri 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
15.7s 15.0s 14.5s 14.4s 13.9s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s
Sat 9th December
1:05 AM 7:15 AM 2:26 PM 8:57 PM
0.70 1.70 0.00 1.10
Sun 10th December
1:46 AM 7:46 AM 3:02 PM 9:50 PM
0.80 1.70 -0.10 1.20
Mon 11th December
2:26 AM 8:20 AM 3:40 PM 10:39 PM
0.90 1.80 -0.30 1.20
Tue 12th December
3:07 AM 8:58 AM 4:19 PM 11:27 PM
0.90 1.80 -0.40 1.30
Wed 13th December
3:49 AM 9:39 AM 5:01 PM
1.00 1.90 -0.40
Thu 14th December
12:14 AM 4:35 AM 10:23 AM 5:46 PM
1.30 1.00 1.90 -0.40
Fri 15th December
1:02 AM 5:27 AM 11:12 AM 6:34 PM
1.30 1.00 1.80 -0.40
Sat 9th December
16°
0.0mm
15kmh NE
2%
Sun 10th December
17°
0.0mm
12kmh NNE
29%
Mon 11th December
16°
0.0mm
9kmh N
17%
Tue 12th December
17°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
14%
Wed 13th December
18°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
37%
Thu 14th December
18°
0.0mm
5kmh SSE
68%
Fri 15th December
18°
0.0mm
3kmh SSE
59%
Sat 16th December
18°
0.0mm
6kmh SSE
3%
Sun 17th December
15°
1.0mm
16kmh SSE
69%
Mon 18th December
17°
2.1mm
15kmh SE
79%
Tue 19th December
15°
3.9mm
16kmh SW
79%
Wed 20th December
14°
6.2mm
30kmh SSW
77%
Thu 21st December
12°
4.1mm
10kmh E
71%
Fri 22nd December
14°
0.0mm
12kmh NE
22%

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 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 5 days of light rain with an average of 3.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 45%.

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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