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Trinidad State Beach has BeachFinder Score: 54/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Trinidad State Beach today
Trinidad State Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 14°C, wind 21 km/h · N, uv 3.4, waves 2.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 54/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
14°C
Wind
21 km/h · N
UV
3.4
Waves
2.4 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 01:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 54/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 5, 01:30 PM
Water temp
14°C
Air temp
16°C
Feels like
12°C
UV index
3.4
Wind
21 km/h · N
Gust 31 km/h
Waves
2.4 m
Current
1 km/h · S
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Trinidad State Beach
Trinidad State Beach extends along the northern California coast, about 270 kilometers south of the Oregon border and approximately 80 kilometers north of Eureka. This portion of the Humboldt County coastline is characterized by wooded cliffs plunging towards the Pacific Ocean, with rock formations emerging from the cold and often rough waters. The coastal landscape remains wild and sparsely developed, dominated by dense coastal vegetation and geological outcrops typical of this region where Pacific tectonics continue to shape the terrain. The beach itself borders a fragmented coastal area, immediately flanked by College Cove South just 100 meters away and another swimming area at a similar distance. 400 meters to the north lies College Cove North, while other beaches dot this indented coastline within a one-kilometer radius. The site offers direct access to sand and rocks, with exposure to oceanic swells typical of this coast. The atmosphere remains that of an undeveloped Californian coastal beach, where visitors encounter raw geological formations and a demanding marine environment. No comfort facilities are reported on site. The beach is not Blue Flag certified and does not have official supervision. Access for people with reduced mobility is not provided. Marine conditions often remain harsh, with currents and waves that require prior experience of coastal ocean swimming.
About this spot
Trinidad gets its name from the three rocky islands visible from the bay, named 'La Trinidad' by Spanish explorers in the 16th century. This region of Humboldt County, dominated by dense coniferous coastal forest, remains one of the least urbanized stretches of the northern Californian coastline. The area long served as a refuge for local coastal populations and fishermen before gradually becoming an access point to the remarkable geological formations of the north coast. The cliffs overlooking Trinidad State Beach bear witness to millions of years of tectonic activity and marine erosion, creating a landscape where nature largely prevails over human development.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Trinidad State Beach today?
14°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Trinidad State Beach today?
21 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Trinidad State Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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