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Gold Bluffs Beach

Beach

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 57°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 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy TDPC1, as of Aug 22, 12:45 PM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
57°F
14°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy TDPC1 (23.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:45 PM UTC.

Weather at Gold Bluffs Beach

H: 66° L: 54°
Overcast
Overcast
58°
|
Feels like 57°
Precipitation
20%
Humidity
89%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
58°
3 AM
Overcast
58°
6 AM
Overcast
58°
9 AM
Cloudy
62°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
66°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
66°
6 PM
Sunny
64°
9 PM
Mist
54°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gold Bluffs Beach?
Gold Bluffs Beach is a beach in California.
What is the water temperature at Gold Bluffs Beach?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Gold Bluffs Beach in California is 57°F (14°C), measured by NOAA buoy TDPC1, 23.9 miles away.
Can you swim at Gold Bluffs Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 57°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Gold Bluffs Beach rated?
Gold Bluffs Beach in California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 35 reviews.
What amenities does Gold Bluffs Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gold Bluffs Beach include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

California 95555

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Amenities

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