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Tennessee Beach has BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Tennessee Beach today
Tennessee Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 17°C, wind 18 km/h · W, uv 7.3, waves 1.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
17°C
Wind
18 km/h · W
UV
7.3
Waves
1.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 26, 03:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 66/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 26, 03:00 PM
Water temp
17°C
Air temp
19°C
Feels like
20°C
UV index
7.3
Wind
18 km/h · W
Gust 23 km/h
Waves
1.1 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Tennessee Beach
Tennessee Beach extends along the Marin County coast, Northern California, about 25 kilometers north of San Francisco. Accessible via the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, this fine sandy beach borders the Pacific Ocean in an area of coastal cliffs and rock formations characteristic of the San Francisco Bay coastline. The area remains relatively wild, dominated by native coastal vegetation and rocky outcrops that frame the access. The beach itself has compact, damp sand, typical of the northern Californian coasts. Located 1.8 kilometers from Rodeo Beach and 5.7 kilometers from Kirby Beach, Tennessee Beach has a less developed character than its immediate neighbors. Waves can be significant depending on weather conditions, and the site remains exposed to Pacific winds. Arrival is on foot via a coastal trail that crosses stabilized dunes and chaparral areas, offering a coastal hiking experience before reaching the shore itself. No services are present on site: no toilets, no dedicated parking, no showers. The beach is not classified as Blue Flag and has no lifeguard service. Access remains undeveloped for people with reduced mobility. The site retains a pronounced natural character, attracting hikers and coastal wildlife observers rather than occasional swimmers.
About this spot
Tennessee Beach is named after Tennessee soldiers who served in the coastal forts of the region during the Civil War. Located within the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the beach is part of a geologically complex landscape where the granite and serpentine formations of the Marin Headlands plunge into the Pacific. Cold ocean currents and frequent fog make it a site where observing marine mammals—sea lions, seals, occasionally whales—remains a common activity for informed visitors.
Updated 5/9/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Tennessee Beach today?
17°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Tennessee Beach today?
18 km/h · W. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Tennessee Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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