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Marina State Beach has BeachFinder Score: 61/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Marina State Beach today
Marina State Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 17°C, wind 16 km/h · SW, uv 7.5, waves 1.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 61/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
17°C
Wind
16 km/h · SW
UV
7.5
Waves
1.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 26, 09:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 61/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 26, 09:30 PM
Water temp
17°C
Air temp
17°C
Feels like
16°C
UV index
7.5
Wind
16 km/h · SW
Gust 22 km/h
Waves
1.3 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Marina State Beach
Marina State Beach stretches along the central Californian coast, about 9 kilometers south of Monterey, in Monterey Bay. This stretch of the Pacific coast is characterized by a succession of sandy beaches bordered by low dunes and sparse coastal vegetation, typical of this region where the ocean meets the agricultural lands of the Salinas Valley. The bay itself offers relatively calm waters compared to the exposed coasts of Northern California, protected by the local geography. Backed by a modest residential area, this beach remains less densely frequented than its immediate neighbors. North Marina, just 100 meters away, offers similar access but is more oriented towards local water activities. The shore has a gentle and regular slope, characteristic of bay beaches, where fine sand gradually gives way to shallow waters for several tens of meters. The atmosphere remains that of a neighborhood beach rather than a major tourist destination, with fluctuating attendance depending on the seasons. Access to the site remains basic: no particular facilities are reported, and the beach is not supervised. Monterey State Beach, 9.4 kilometers to the north, is the main seaside attraction in the region and offers more developed infrastructure. Marina State Beach is suitable for visitors seeking an unpretentious coastal experience, where tranquility prevails over standardized tourist amenities.
About this spot
Marina, a small coastal town founded in the early 20th century as an agricultural port, has retained this working-town character despite residential expansion. The name itself evokes this historical port function, although the beach has gradually become a local recreational area. Monterey Bay, world-renowned for its exceptional marine biodiversity and kelp forests, extends directly in front of the shore, attracting fishermen and divers. Unlike the nearby tourist beaches, Marina State Beach remains a place where local residents come to swim without the influx of passing visitors, preserving a certain authenticity of the Californian coast as it existed before the massification of seaside tourism.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Marina State Beach today?
17°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Marina State Beach today?
16 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Marina 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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