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McAbee Beach
Public beach · Monterey, California
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy MEYC1, as of Aug 22, 8:36 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy MEYC1 (0.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:36 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is McAbee Beach?
- McAbee Beach is a public beach in Monterey, California.
- What is the water temperature at McAbee Beach?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at McAbee Beach in Monterey, California is 63°F (17°C), measured by NOAA buoy MEYC1, 0.9 miles away.
- Can you swim at McAbee Beach?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is McAbee Beach rated?
- McAbee Beach in Monterey, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 201 reviews.
- What amenities does McAbee Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at McAbee Beach include camping-nearby.
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