60°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
15%
51
Grays Harbor County, WA · Pacific Ocean
Pacific Beach State Park
49 2nd St, Pacific Beach, WA 98571
A small 10-acre oceanfront park in the village of Pacific Beach, on a 2,300-ft stretch of beach popular for razor clamming, beachcombing, and storm-watching. Camping is the draw — sites sit right on the dune, with the surf 100 yards from your tent.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
55°F water · 60°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 60, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. South southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
60 /100
good
36 Swim
53 Sunbathe
71 Walk
65 Fish
76 Photo
Best for photography 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
60°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wind
8 mph
SSW
Rain
15%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 03 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:23 AM
Sunset
12:06 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 9:23 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 4:20 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 9:18 PM | Low | 3.9 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
48
57°
Rain Showers
92%
13
58°
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48%
12
61°
Partly Sunny
6%
55
61°
Rain Showers Likely
58%
32
62°
Chance Rain Showers
37%
45
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°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
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
5:50 AM - 7:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
6:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Very limited day-use parking; Washington Discover Pass required.
Dogs
On leash.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
49 2nd St, Pacific Beach, WA 98571
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pacific Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pacific Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pacific Beach State Park dog-friendly?
On leash.
Is there an entry fee at Pacific Beach State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Pacific Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Pacific Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Pacific Beach State Park?
Amenities at Pacific Beach State Park include restrooms, showers, campground (RV hookups), drinking water, Wi-Fi, picnic tables, RV dump station.
When is the water warmest at Pacific Beach State Park?
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 Pacific Beach State Park located?
Pacific Beach State Park is in Grays Harbor County, WA, at 49 2nd St, Pacific Beach, WA 98571.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS