72°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
77
Santa Cruz County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Capitola Beach
201 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010
Picturesque half-moon beach fronting the colorful Venetian Court cottages in Capitola Village, one of the oldest seaside resorts on the Pacific Coast. Calm water from the wharf shelter.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 72°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 9am. Partly sunny. High near 72, with temperatures falling to around 70 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 0 to 6 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. West northwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 72°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 61°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 25 at 2:22am pdt until june 27 at 3:00am pdt by nws san francisco ca
57 /100
good
29 Swim
83 Sunbathe
88 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 2:22AM PDT until June 27 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 15 kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Monterey Bay. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Friday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 25 at 2:22AM PDT until June 26 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 10 to 15 kt expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Monterey Bay. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, from 3 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Friday. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
72°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wind
0 to 6 mph
SW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
73°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Drizzle
Water
Water Temp
61°F
Cold
Next High Tide
8:05 PM
5.6 ft · in 5.3h
Barometer
29.95 inHg
1014 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
7 cfu/100mL · Fecal Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:31 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:03 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:47 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 1:31 PM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 8:05 PM | High | 5.6 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
73°
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Drizzle
1%
75
70°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Mostly Sunny
2%
67
76°
Sunny
0%
75
73°
Sunny
0%
77
69°
Mostly Sunny
1%
68
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
1%
68
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 61°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Beach and Village Lots 1 & 2 at $1/hr; metered village spots at $2/hr.
Dogs
No dogs on Capitola Beach (strictly enforced); dog-friendly Hooper Beach is just west of the fishing pier.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
201 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Capitola Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Capitola Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Capitola Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on Capitola Beach (strictly enforced); dog-friendly Hooper Beach is just west of the fishing pier.
Is there an entry fee at Capitola Beach?
Entry to Capitola Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Capitola Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Capitola Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Capitola Beach?
Amenities at Capitola Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower.
When is the water warmest at Capitola Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Capitola Beach located?
Capitola Beach is in Santa Cruz County, CA, at 201 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS