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Monterey State Beach
Beach · Monterey, California
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temp 66°F (19°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy MEYC1 (1.8 mi away), as of Oct 29, 8:36 AM UTC.
- A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for San Francisco; North Bay Interior Valleys; San Francisco Bay Shoreline; Northern Monterey Bay and other areas. — NWS San Francisco CA
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy MEYC1, as of Oct 29, 8:36 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Get an email when it’s warm enough
It’s 66°F at Monterey State Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Miles of scenic coastline offer beachgoers recreational activities ranging from surfing to fishing.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Ocean Sunfish and Western Mosquitofish.
2 fish species in 3 public records within 2 km of Monterey State Beach since 2000.
- Ocean Sunfish Mola mola2 records · 2021
- 1 record · 2020
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Monterey Bay watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Monterey State Beach?
- Monterey State Beach is a beach in Monterey, California.
- What is the water temperature at Monterey State Beach?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Monterey State Beach in Monterey, California is 66°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy MEYC1, 1.8 miles away.
- Can you swim at Monterey State Beach?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 29, 2026.
- How is Monterey State Beach rated?
- Monterey State Beach in Monterey, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1231 reviews.
- What amenities does Monterey State Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Monterey State Beach include camping-nearby.
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Location & Contact
Monterey, CA 93955
Monterey, California 93955
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
Features & amenities
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