83°
Sunny
4%
65
San Luis Obispo County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Cayucos State Beach
Wide sandy beach in the quiet town of Cayucos centered on a 953-foot wooden fishing pier originally built in 1875. Gentle surf and warm-ish water for the Central Coast.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 83°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 83. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 61. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 83°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
Safety
- NWS alert active — extreme heat warning issued september 9 at 8:09am pdt until september 10 at 8:00pm pdt by nws los angeles/oxnard ca
65 /100
good
39 Swim
81 Sunbathe
86 Walk
57 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Weather alert in effect
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 9 at 8:09AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
83°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NW
Rain
4%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
76°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
65°F
Cold
Next High Tide
9:23 PM
6.0 ft · in 2.1h
Barometer
30.03 inHg
1017 hPa · buoy 46028
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ645)
The LOX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:42 AM
Sunset
7:20 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:32 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 9:56 AM | High | 4.7 ft |
| 3:21 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| 9:23 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:25 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 4:09 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 10:10 PM | High | 5.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:41 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:55 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 4:56 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 10:56 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:12 AM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 11:25 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 5:43 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 11:45 PM | High | 4.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:41 AM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| 11:55 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 6:30 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM | High | 4.3 ft |
| 6:09 AM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 12:25 PM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 7:20 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:33 AM | High | 3.8 ft |
| 6:34 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 12:57 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 8:15 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9412110, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
76°
Sunny
2%
79
70°
Patchy Fog
0%
68
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
69
70°
Sunny
0%
71
69°
Sunny
0%
70
63°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- recommended Wetsuit or expect a chill Water is 65°F
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:50 PM - 6:50 PM
Major
10:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free parking along Ocean Front Ave and Ocean Ave.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed at all times.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
10 D St, Cayucos, CA 93430
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cayucos State Beach today?
Cayucos State Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Cayucos State Beach dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed at all times.
Is there an entry fee at Cayucos State Beach?
Entry to Cayucos State Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cayucos State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Cayucos State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Cayucos State Beach?
Amenities at Cayucos State Beach include restrooms, showers, pier, picnic tables.
When is the water warmest at Cayucos State Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Cayucos State Beach located?
Cayucos State Beach is in San Luis Obispo County, CA, at 10 D St, Cayucos, CA 93430.
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Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS