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Stillwater Cove

Bay

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to 10 nm.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy ANVC1, as of Aug 23, 12:18 AM UTC
  • A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Arena to Point Reyes California out to 10 nm. NWS San Francisco CA
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
53°F
12°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy ANVC1 (33.8 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:18 AM UTC.

Weather at Stillwater Cove

H: 63° L: 57°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
61°
|
Feels like 51°
Precipitation
10%
Humidity
71%
Wind
19 mph
UV Index
2.2
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Clear
58°
3 AM
Clear
58°
6 AM
Clear
58°
9 AM
Sunny
58°
12 PM
Sunny
60°
3 PM
Sunny
61°
6 PM
Overcast
61°
9 PM
Clear
63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stillwater Cove?
Stillwater Cove is a bay in California.
What is the water temperature at Stillwater Cove?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Stillwater Cove in California is 53°F (12°C), measured by NOAA buoy ANVC1, 33.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Stillwater Cove?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Stillwater Cove have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Stillwater Cove include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby