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Stinson Beach
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Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to 10 nm.
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — NOAA buoy TIBC1, as of Aug 22, 7:30 AM UTC
- A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for Coastal Waters from Point Reyes to Pigeon Point California out to 10 nm. — NWS San Francisco CA
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy TIBC1 (10.6 mi away), as of Aug 22, 7:30 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stinson Beach?
- Stinson Beach is a beach in California.
- What is the water temperature at Stinson Beach?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Stinson Beach in California is 67°F (19°C), measured by NOAA buoy TIBC1, 10.6 miles away.
- Can you swim at Stinson Beach?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: water temperature is 67°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Stinson Beach rated?
- Stinson Beach in California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 176 reviews.
- What amenities does Stinson Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Stinson Beach include camping-nearby.
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