70°
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
0%
60
Monterey County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Carmel Beach
Ocean Ave at Scenic Rd, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
A wide crescent of fine white sand at the foot of Ocean Avenue in Carmel-by-the-Sea — backed by cypress trees and the village. Dramatic Monterey Pines, harbor seals on the southern rocks, and one of the West Coast's great sunset beaches. Off-leash dogs are a Carmel cultural fixture.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
Areas of fog before 10am. Mostly cloudy. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 66 in the afternoon. West wind 2 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57. West northwest wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
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
65 /100
good
11 Swim
53 Sunbathe
73 Walk
96 Photo
Best for photography 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...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas California out to 10 NM. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Cloudy
Wind
2 to 9 mph
W
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
68°F
Mostly Cloudy 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
10 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:50 AM
Sunset
11:29 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
68°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
5%
60
65°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
5%
67
68°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
67°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
67°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
4%
67
66°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
3%
67
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
Free street parking in the village; lots up the Ocean Avenue hill.
Dogs
Dogs allowed off-leash year-round — one of the few off-leash beaches on the California coast.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Ocean Ave at Scenic Rd, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Carmel Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Carmel Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Carmel Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed off-leash year-round — one of the few off-leash beaches on the California coast.
Is there an entry fee at Carmel Beach?
Entry to Carmel Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Carmel Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Carmel Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Carmel Beach?
Amenities at Carmel Beach include restrooms (at the top of Ocean Ave), restaurants in village, no formal facilities.
When is the water warmest at Carmel 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 Carmel Beach located?
Carmel Beach is in Monterey County, CA, at Ocean Ave at Scenic Rd, Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS