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Sandholdt Beach

Public beach · Castroville, California

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 55°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 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy MLSC1, as of Aug 22, 12:00 PM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
55°F
13°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy MLSC1 (0.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:00 PM UTC.

Weather at Sandholdt Beach

H: 72° L: 55°
Fog
Fog
55°
|
Feels like 55°
Precipitation
15%
Humidity
99%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Mist
58°
3 AM
Partly Cloudy
56°
6 AM
Fog
55°
9 AM
Overcast
60°
12 PM
Sunny
69°
3 PM
Sunny
72°
6 PM
Sunny
65°
9 PM
Clear
59°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sandholdt Beach?
Sandholdt Beach is a public beach in Castroville, California.
What is the water temperature at Sandholdt Beach?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Sandholdt Beach in Castroville, California is 55°F (13°C), measured by NOAA buoy MLSC1, 0.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Sandholdt Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Sandholdt Beach rated?
Sandholdt Beach in Castroville, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 52 reviews.
What amenities does Sandholdt Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Sandholdt Beach include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

Castroville, CA 95012

Castroville, California 95012

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Amenities

Camping nearby🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids