Is Pfeiffer Beach good for swimming today?
Pfeiffer Beach has BeachFinder Score: 65/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Pfeiffer Beach today
Pfeiffer Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 15°C, wind 14 km/h · NW, uv 6.1, waves 1.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 65/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
15°C
Wind
14 km/h · NW
UV
6.1
Waves
1.8 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 27, 06:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 65/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 27, 06:45 AM
Water temp
15°C
Air temp
21°C
Feels like
19°C
UV index
6.1
Wind
14 km/h · NW
Gust 16 km/h
Waves
1.8 m
Current
1 km/h · W
Parking
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Pfeiffer Beach
Pfeiffer Beach is located in the Big Sur region of California, in Monterey County. It is one of the few accesses to the ocean in this steep coastal area, making it a choice to prepare carefully. The place is also known for Keyhole Rock, a frequent photography subject; on certain days in December and January, the setting sun appears in the arch and attracts photographers. For a visit today, the interest is therefore the landscape of Big Sur and this specific coastal access, but check swimming, surveillance, or services on-site before leaving. The only other nearby place mentioned is Wreck Beach at 1.9 km, with a duplicate of Pfeiffer Beach at 0.1 km.
About this spot
Pfeiffer Beach should be chosen for its rare access to the ocean on the Big Sur coast and for Keyhole Rock. The area's relief makes preparation important: check access, coastal weather, and local rules before leaving.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Pfeiffer Beach today?
15°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Pfeiffer Beach today?
14 km/h · NW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Pfeiffer Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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