Water Temperature of the Pacific Ocean Near Big Sur, CA
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Measurement Time: Saturday, August 23, 2025, 4:00 AM PDT
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Station Name: Point Sur, CA (157)
Station Type: Buoy
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center
Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet / 0 meters
Nearest Address:
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Big Sur, CA 93920
Monterey County
GPS Coordinates: 36.335, -122.104
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Weather Near Big Sur, California
Current Weather

Humidity: 96%
Feels Like: 53.5°F
Wind: NW 6.3 mph
Wind Gusts: 13.2 mph
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 100%
Visibility: 2 mi
UV Index: 0
Five Day Weather Forecast

Sat
H: 63°F
L: 57°F

Sun
H: 62°F
L: 57°F

Mon
H: 62°F
L: 57°F

Tue
H: 65°F
L: 56°F

Wed
H: 64°F
L: 57°F
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 1.67 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.56 μg/m3
Ozone: 76 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 7:48 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 15 mins
Moon Transit: 1:39 PM
Moonset: 8:14 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:06 PM - 11:36 PM1:09 PM - 3:39 PM
Minor Periods
7:44 PM - 9:14 PM6:26 AM - 7:56 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Heat Advisory issued August 23 at 5:26AM PDT until August 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 5:26 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 2:00 PM
* WHAT...Daytime temperatures from the 90s to near 104 expected. Nighttime temperatures in the hills 60s to mid 70s. * WHERE...Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Interior San Benito County, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.
Hydration is a critical piece to surviving the heat. Drink water, and if possible, take water to those who are vulnerable. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Take action when you experience symptoms of heat exhaustion and/or heat stroke. Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Heat Advisory issued August 23 at 5:26AM PDT until August 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 5:26 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 2:00 PM
* WHAT...Daytime temperatures from the 90s to near 104 expected. Nighttime temperatures in the hills 60s to mid 70s. * WHERE...Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Interior San Benito County, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.
Hydration is a critical piece to surviving the heat. Drink water, and if possible, take water to those who are vulnerable. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to the early morning or evening. Take action when you experience symptoms of heat exhaustion and/or heat stroke. Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Heat Advisory issued August 23 at 5:26AM PDT until August 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Effective: Sat August 23, 2025, 5:26 AM
Expires: Sat August 23, 2025, 2:00 PM
* WHAT...Daytime temperatures in the mid 80s to low 100s expected. Nighttime temperatures in the low 60s in the Santa Clara Valley and upper 60s to mid 70s at higher elevations. * WHERE...The Santa Clara Valley and Eastern Hills, the interior East Bay, and the North Bay Interior Mountains. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot conditions can cause heat illnesses. This level of heat affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.
Hydration is a critical piece to surviving the heat. Drink water, and if possible, take water to those who are vulnerable. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. Beat the heat and check the backseat! Do not leave young children or pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 59.9°F
Average Humidity: 92%
Wind: 8.9 mph
UV Index: 2.2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.4 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.5 μg/m3
Ozone: 65.76 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 7:48 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 15 mins
Moon Transit: 1:39 PM
Moonset: 8:14 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.4%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
9:06 PM - 11:36 PM1:09 PM - 3:39 PM
Minor Periods
7:44 PM - 9:14 PM6:26 AM - 7:56 AM
Action Rating: 5 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 59.4°F
Average Humidity: 93%
Wind: 9.4 mph
UV Index: 2.4
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.95 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.41 μg/m3
Ozone: 64.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 7:47 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 12 mins
Moon Transit: 2:22 PM
Moonset: 8:37 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 0.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM1:52 PM - 4:22 PM
Minor Periods
8:07 PM - 9:37 PM7:28 AM - 8:58 AM
Action Rating: 4 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 59°F
Average Humidity: 94%
Wind: 9.2 mph
UV Index: 2.3
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.98 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.47 μg/m3
Ozone: 53.96 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 7:45 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 10 mins
Moon Transit: 3:03 PM
Moonset: 9:00 PM
Moon Phase: New
Moon Illumination: 1.9%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM2:33 PM - 5:03 PM
Minor Periods
8:30 PM - 10:00 PM8:28 AM - 9:58 AM
Action Rating: 3 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 60°F
Average Humidity: 82%
Wind: 7.8 mph
UV Index: 2
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 2.9 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.3 μg/m3
Ozone: 51.6 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:10 PM
Sunset: 7:44 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 8 mins
Moon Transit: 3:43 PM
Moonset: 9:22 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 6.1%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM3:13 PM - 5:43 PM
Minor Periods
8:52 PM - 10:22 PM9:27 AM - 10:57 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5
Weather Forecast
Average Temperature: 60.3°F
Average Humidity: 80%
Wind: 7.6 mph
UV Index: 0
Air Quality
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.23 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 0.9 μg/m3
Ozone: 57 μg/m3
Astronomical
Sun Transit: 1:09 PM
Sunset: 7:43 PM
Daylight: 13 hrs 6 mins
Moon Transit: 4:25 PM
Moonset: 9:47 PM
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Moon Illumination: 12.6%
Best Times for Fishing or Hunting
Major Periods
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM3:55 PM - 6:25 PM
Minor Periods
9:17 PM - 10:47 PM10:26 AM - 11:56 AM
Action Rating: 2 out of 5