92°
Sunny
5%
74
San Luis Obispo County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)
Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Three miles of state beach framed by the 581-foot volcanic plug of Morro Rock at the south end — one of the most iconic California coastal vistas. The Embarcadero village with restaurants and otters, kayak rentals, and the Morro Bay National Estuary inland.
Today's Conditions
Great day for fishing.
Hot — hydrate and seek shade
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 92. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 63. Northwest wind around 5 mph.
Weather
- 92°F air — hot — hydrate and seek shade
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 65°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
74 /100
great
62 Swim
68 Sunbathe
79 Walk
80 Fish
77 Photo
Best for fishing 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
92°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NW
Rain
5%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°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
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:41 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
84°
Sunny
2%
79
77°
Patchy Fog
0%
76
74°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
75
68°
Sunny
0%
69
67°
Sunny
0%
68
62°
Mostly Sunny
0%
65
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
- critical Extra water / electrolytes 92°F - heat risk
- recommended Cooling towel or hat sustained heat
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 at Morro Strand State Beach lot; metered street parking on Embarcadero.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on Morro Strand State Beach proper. Permitted leashed in campsites and on park roads. Adjacent city beach areas may allow leashed dogs.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) today?
Morro Bay (Morro Strand 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. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on Morro Strand State Beach proper. Permitted leashed in campsites and on park roads. Adjacent city beach areas may allow leashed dogs.
Is there an entry fee at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
Entry to Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach)?
Amenities at Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) include restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, kayak rentals, campground, wildlife refuge.
When is the water warmest at Morro Bay (Morro Strand 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 Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) located?
Morro Bay (Morro Strand State Beach) is in San Luis Obispo County, CA, at Yerba Buena St, Morro Bay, CA 93442.
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