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Baker Beach

Public beach · Trinidad, California

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy TDPC1, as of Aug 22, 10:45 AM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
57°F
14°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy TDPC1 (1.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 10:45 AM UTC.

Weather at Baker Beach

H: 69° L: 53°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
58°
|
Feels like 58°
Precipitation
59%
Humidity
88%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
58°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
59°
6 AM
Mist
56°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
61°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
63°
3 PM
Sunny
69°
6 PM
Sunny
65°
9 PM
Mist
54°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Baker Beach?
Baker Beach is a public beach in Trinidad, California.
What is the water temperature at Baker Beach?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Baker Beach in Trinidad, California is 57°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy TDPC1, 1.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Baker Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Baker Beach rated?
Baker Beach in Trinidad, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 85 reviews.
What amenities does Baker Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Baker Beach include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

1300 Scenic Dr, Trinidad, CA 95570

Trinidad, California 95570

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