Morro Strand State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2377 miles
62
°F
1
10
mph
90
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Walk to water
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 7 PM-1 AM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
About This Beach
Morro Strand State Beach offers a long stretch of sandy coastline with stunning views of Morro Rock. While easily accessible with ample parking, the beach often maintains a relatively peaceful atmosphere, especially during off-peak hours. The soft sand and abundant sand dollars are highlights, although facilities are limited to restrooms, and the lack of showers may be a drawback for some visitors.
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Beach Overview
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 8/17/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 | 62° | 1 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 61° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 61° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 61° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 60° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 60° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 60° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 8/17/2026, 7:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 | 66°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | -0.7 ft |
| 20:00 | 66°F | 3.8 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | -1.0 ft |
| 21:00 | 65°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ↙ SW | -1.1 ft |
| 22:00 | 65°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.8 ft |
| 23:00 | 65°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -0.3 ft |
| 00:00 | 65°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.2 ft |
| 01:00 | 65°F | 4 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.7 ft |