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Pacifica State Beach

Pacifica, California · Public beach

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Pacifica State Beach is 61°F (16°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46237, 14.9 miles away.

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 61°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy 46237, as of Oct 29, 8:30 AM UTC
  • A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore; San Francisco Peninsula Coast. — NWS San Francisco CA
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
61°F
16°C

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Live data from NOAA buoy 46237 (14.9 mi away), as of Oct 29, 8:30 AM UTC.

Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.

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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.