63°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
4%
48
San Mateo County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Half Moon Bay State Beach
95 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Four miles of beach along the San Mateo coast — Francis Beach (with the campground), Venice Beach, Dunes Beach, and Roosevelt Beach. The town of Half Moon Bay is the pumpkin capital of California (the World Championship Weigh-Off is here every October). Mavericks big-wave surf break is nearby off Pillar Point.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
58°F water · 63°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 3 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 54. West wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
41 /100
ok
26 Swim
43 Sunbathe
67 Walk
60 Fish
96 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
3 to 9 mph
WSW
Rain
4%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Next High Tide
9:04 PM
6.0 ft · in 6.3h
Barometer
29.93 inHg
Steady
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ545)
The MTR office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ505 SONOMA AND MARIN COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ509 SAN FRANCISCO AND SAN MATEO COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ529 SANTA CRUZ COUNTY COASTAL AREAS n/a
- CAZ530 MONTEREY BAY AND BIG SUR COASTAL AREAS n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:50 AM
Sunset
11:34 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:36 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:38 AM | High | 4.0 ft |
| 2:43 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 9:04 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
7%
48
61°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
4%
55
65°
Sunny
0%
63
65°
Mostly Sunny
0%
63
64°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
3%
55
63°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
3%
55
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 58°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
11:20 PM - 1:20 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
11:50 AM - 1:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Paid state lots at each beach entrance; $10/day.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beaches themselves. Permitted leashed on the Coastside Trail and in the campground and picnic areas.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle state beach day-use.
Address
95 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Half Moon Bay State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Half Moon Bay State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Half Moon Bay State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beaches themselves. Permitted leashed on the Coastside Trail and in the campground and picnic areas.
Is there an entry fee at Half Moon Bay State Beach?
$10/vehicle state beach day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Half Moon Bay State Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Half Moon Bay State Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Half Moon Bay State Beach?
Amenities at Half Moon Bay State Beach include restrooms, showers, campground (Francis Beach), fire rings.
When is the water warmest at Half Moon Bay State 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 Half Moon Bay State Beach located?
Half Moon Bay State Beach is in San Mateo County, CA, at 95 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS