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Sunny Cove
Bay · Santa Cruz, California
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: 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 46236 (14.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 8:00 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy 46236, as of Oct 20, 8:00 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.
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It’s 66°F at Sunny Cove now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
This small, off-the-beaten-path spot for swimming & sunbathing is located beneath a pair of bluffs.
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Weather at Sunny Cove
56°F, Overcast · H 69° / L 53° · 13% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sunny Cove?
- Sunny Cove is a bay in Santa Cruz, California.
- What is the water temperature at Sunny Cove?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Sunny Cove in Santa Cruz, California is 66°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46236, 14.1 miles away.
- Can you swim at Sunny Cove?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 66°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Sunny Cove rated?
- Sunny Cove in Santa Cruz, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 650 reviews.
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💡 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
- ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
- ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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