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Mostly Cloudy
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San Mateo County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Pacifica State Beach
5000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica, CA 94044
Crescent-shaped Linda Mar beach tucked into a coastal valley, one of the Bay Area's premier beginner surf spots. Backed by restaurants and surf-rental shops along Highway 1.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
58°F water · 61°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. West southwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 61°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 58°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
43 /100
ok
28 Swim
46 Sunbathe
68 Walk
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
61°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
10 mph
WSW
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
60°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 · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 6mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:35 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
60°
Cloudy then Slight Chance Drizzle
5%
48
59°
Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
3%
46
61°
Sunny
0%
55
61°
Mostly Sunny
0%
55
60°
Partly Sunny
1%
55
60°
Partly Sunny
2%
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).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lots $7 (<4 hrs) or $9 (all day), 8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
5000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica, CA 94044
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Pacifica State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Pacifica State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Pacifica State Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed.
Is there an entry fee at Pacifica State Beach?
Entry to Pacifica State Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Pacifica State Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Pacifica State Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Pacifica State Beach?
Amenities at Pacifica State Beach include restrooms, showers, bike path.
When is the water warmest at Pacifica 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 Pacifica State Beach located?
Pacifica State Beach is in San Mateo County, CA, at 5000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacifica, CA 94044.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS