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Pismo Beach Pier Plaza

Tourist attraction · Pismo Beach, California

Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. NOAA buoy PSLC1, as of Aug 21, 8:00 PM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
62°F
17°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy PSLC1 (6.6 mi away), as of Aug 21, 8:00 PM UTC.

Weather at Pismo Beach Pier Plaza

H: 74° L: 59°
Sunny
Sunny
72°
|
Feels like 72°
Precipitation
16%
Humidity
73%
Wind
9 mph
UV Index
9
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Mist
60°
3 AM
Overcast
59°
6 AM
Mist
60°
9 AM
Cloudy
65°
12 PM
Sunny
70°
3 PM
Cloudy
74°
6 PM
Sunny
74°
9 PM
Clear
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pismo Beach Pier Plaza?
Pismo Beach Pier Plaza is a tourist attraction in Pismo Beach, California.
What is the water temperature at Pismo Beach Pier Plaza?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Pismo Beach Pier Plaza in Pismo Beach, California is 62°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy PSLC1, 6.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Pismo Beach Pier Plaza?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 62°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Pismo Beach Pier Plaza rated?
Pismo Beach Pier Plaza in Pismo Beach, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 329 reviews.
What amenities does Pismo Beach Pier Plaza have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Pismo Beach Pier Plaza include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

Pismo Beach, CA 93449

Pismo Beach, California 93449

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Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Camping nearby

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids