66°
Mostly Sunny
1%
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San Luis Obispo County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)
Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Three miles of state beach framed by the 581-foot volcanic plug of Morro Rock at the south end — one of the most iconic California coastal vistas. The Embarcadero village with restaurants and otters, kayak rentals, and the Morro Bay National Estuary inland.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
58°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. West wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West northwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 66°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
63 /100
good
44 Swim
64 Sunbathe
78 Walk
62 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
66°F
Mostly Sunny
Wind
10 mph
W
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–04 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
64°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
58°F
Cold
Barometer
30.07 inHg
1018 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
52 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
9:01 AM
Sunset
11:17 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 7:49 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 2:32 PM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 8:18 PM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:54 AM | High | 4.4 ft |
| 8:26 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 3:16 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 9:36 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | High | 3.7 ft |
| 9:04 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 4:01 PM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 11:01 PM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 9:44 AM | Low | 1.9 ft |
| 4:48 PM | High | 5.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:19 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 6:29 AM | High | 2.9 ft |
| 10:32 AM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| 5:36 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:25 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 8:23 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 11:30 AM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 6:24 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:18 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:27 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 12:33 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 7:11 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9412110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
64°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
1%
53
65°
Patchy Fog
2%
55
69°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
4%
66
67°
Mostly Sunny
1%
64
67°
Mostly Sunny
0%
61
67°
Mostly Sunny
0%
64
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — 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.
Minor
1:20 AM - 2:20 AM
Major
6:40 AM - 8:40 AM
Minor
1:20 PM - 2:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free at Morro Strand State Beach lot; metered street parking on Embarcadero.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Morro Strand State Beach proper. Permitted leashed in campsites and on park roads. Adjacent city beach areas may allow leashed dogs.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) today?
Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Morro Strand State Beach proper. Permitted leashed in campsites and on park roads. Adjacent city beach areas may allow leashed dogs.
Is there an entry fee at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
Entry to Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
Amenities at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) include restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, kayak rentals, campground, wildlife refuge.
When is the water warmest at Morro Bay (Morro Strand 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 Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) located?
Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) is in San Luis Obispo County, CA, at Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442.
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