Half Moon Bay Beach Conditions Today
Live water temperature, tides, waves, and UV for Half Moon Bay Beach, California
Updated 1:00 AM PDT
Current conditions
Best time to go today
Morning
6 AM – 11 AM
60/100
- 55°F, wind 6 mph
- Low UV (2)
- Clear skies
- ⚠ Water 61°F — cool
Midday
11 AM – 3 PM
60/100
- 72°F, wind 8 mph
- Clear skies
- ⚠ Water 61°F — cool
Afternoon
3 PM – 7 PM
60/100
- 68°F, wind 11 mph
- Moderate UV (5)
- Golden hour before sunset
- ⚠ Water 61°F — cool
Best for
Today's tide schedule
| Tide | Time PDT | Height |
|---|---|---|
| ⬆️ High | 1:21 AM | 4.3 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 6:14 AM | 2.5 ft |
| ⬆️ High | 12:15 PM | 5.7 ft |
| ⬇️ Low | 7:30 PM | -0.1 ft |
Predictions from NOAA station Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay · 6.4 km away. This station sits in a harbor, so times and heights can differ from the open beach.
About Half Moon Bay Beach
Half Moon Bay Beach sits on the California coast, where the water runs from about 54°F in March to 61°F in September.
The water here never averages above 70°F — even in September, the warmest month, it sits around 61°F. Most people wear a wetsuit.
Today it is 61°F. That is 1° above the October average of 60°F here.
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay about 6.4 km away inside a harbour.
Frequently asked questions
Is today a good beach day at Half Moon Bay Beach?
We score today 60 out of 100 — good. The best window is morning (6 AM – 11 AM).
How warm is the water at Half Moon Bay Beach?
About 61°F. That is 1° above the October average of 60°F here.
Where do the tide times on this page come from?
Tide predictions come from NOAA station Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay about 6.4 km away inside a harbour.