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 a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 12° 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 overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 83%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 14kmh from the West-Southwest. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Monterey State Beach faces Northwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 08:25 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 81% 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 13° 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 7%.

MONTEREY STATE BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 14° 14° 16° 16° 14° 13°
91% 91% 100% 89% 59% 65% 81% 95%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Thu 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 13° 14° 15° 15° 14° 13°
94% 93% 90% 73% 54% 59% 75% 88%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Fri 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 13° 14° 15° 15° 14° 12°
92% 92% 89% 73% 56% 55% 72% 83%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sat 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 18° 20° 19° 17° 13°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 20th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 13° 17° 19° 20° 17° 14°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 29% 83%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
14°
14°
Mon 21st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 14° 16° 18° 18° 16° 13°
75% 80% 71% 44% 15% 6% 12% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 22nd July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 13° 16° 18° 18° 16° 13°
17% 17% 17% 6% 3% 2% 2% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
9.7s 9.6s 9.4s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 9.0s 8.9s
Thu 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
8.7s 8.7s 8.9s 9.6s 9.9s 10.0s 10.1s 10.1s
Fri 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
10.1s 9.8s 9.6s 9.5s 9.4s 9.4s 14.3s 14.2s
Sat 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
21
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
7
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.9m
4.6s 4.5s 4.5s 9.0s 13.5s 13.6s 13.8s 5.2s
Sun 20th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
8.2s 8.2s 8.1s 8.1s 8.2s 8.1s 8.2s 8.2s
Mon 21st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
8.2s 8.3s 8.3s 8.3s 8.2s 11.2s 12.8s 9.2s
Tue 22nd July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
7.4s 7.4s 7.3s 7.1s 10.4s 12.0s 14.8s 16.1s
Wed 16th July
2:26 AM 9:02 AM 3:54 PM 10:18 PM
1.35 0.20 1.57 0.57
Thu 17th July
3:45 AM 9:40 AM 4:35 PM 11:42 PM
1.15 0.40 1.69 0.39
Fri 18th July
5:26 AM 10:24 AM 5:20 PM
1.02 0.59 1.80
Sat 19th July
12:57 AM 7:18 AM 11:16 AM 6:11 PM
0.18 1.00 0.76 1.90
Sun 20th July
2:01 AM 8:53 AM 12:20 PM 7:04 PM
-0.03 1.06 0.87 1.99
Mon 21st July
2:57 AM 10:00 AM 1:29 PM 7:59 PM
-0.20 1.14 0.93 2.05
Tue 22nd July
3:48 AM 10:49 AM 2:33 PM 8:52 PM
-0.32 1.20 0.93 2.08
Wed 16th July
16°
0.0mm
13kmh WNW
83%
Thu 17th July
16°
0.0mm
12kmh WNW
78%
Fri 18th July
16°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
76%
Sat 19th July
21°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
0%
Sun 20th July
20°
0.0mm
12kmh WNW
14%
Mon 21st July
18°
0.0mm
13kmh WNW
40%
Tue 22nd July
18°
0.0mm
14kmh WNW
8%
Wed 23rd July
19°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
5%
Thu 24th July
19°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
19%
Fri 25th July
18°
0.0mm
17kmh WNW
8%
Sat 26th July
18°
0.0mm
17kmh WNW
6%
Sun 27th July
19°
0.0mm
16kmh WNW
2%
Mon 28th July
21°
0.0mm
15kmh NW
0%
Tue 29th July
21°
0.0mm
15kmh NW
0%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 13° 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 24%.

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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