Fort Bragg & MacKerricher, CA

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MacKerricher Beach - Part of the MacKerricher State Park, North of Fort Bragg.
MacKerricher Beach - Part of the MacKerricher State Park, North of Fort Bragg - J.smith, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Today’s Forecast:

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°F
High: 60° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Station: CQ226
Observed at: 1:00 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: %
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High Surf Warning
High Surf Warning issued November 13 at 3:03PM PST until November 15 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Eureka CA (Expires: November 15, 2026 6:00 am)
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Description: * WHAT...Dangerously large breaking waves 30 to 40 feet. * WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday. . * IMPACTS...Breaking waves can sweep people off jetties and docks, and into dangerous seas. Life-threatening surf conditions and significant beach erosion can be expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...After only brief improvement late Saturday through Sunday, a second large swell is forecast late Sunday through Monday. Instructions: Large breaking waves along the coast will lead to increased wave run-up on beaches with waves topping and washing over large rocks and jetties. These large waves can be erratic and unpredictable. Use extra caution near the surf zone as these large waves will be capable of sweeping people into the frigid and turbulent ocean water. Mariners traversing the bar are urged to exercise extreme caution or stay in port until the threat subsides. Please contact the U.S. Coast Guard for information regarding harbor and bar closures.

This Afternoon:Rain showers. Cloudy, with a high near 60. West wind around 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight:Rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Southwest wind 3 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Saturday:Scattered rain showers before 1pm, then a slight chance of rain between 1pm and 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. South southeast wind 3 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

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Today’s Report:

🥾 Hiking

Excellent
  96 /100

Excellent for hiking. High near 61°F. Risk of rain later today (30%). Light wind (16 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 20/100
Not Recommended for hiking. High near 59°F. High rain probability (99%). Light wind (16 mph).

🚲 Biking

Use Caution
  46 /100

Use Caution for biking. High near 61°F. Risk of rain later today (30%). Breezy winds (16 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 17/100
Not Recommended for biking. High near 59°F. High rain probability (99%). Breezy winds (16 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Use Caution
  38 /100

Use Caution for paddling. High near 61°F. Risk of rain later today (30%). Breezy winds (16 mph).

  • Temp: Marginal weather factor
  • Rain: Marginal weather factor
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Not Recommended 2/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 59°F. High rain probability (99%). Breezy winds (16 mph). Temperatures outside comfort limits (59°F).

About Fort Bragg & MacKerricher

Fort Bragg & MacKerricher is an outdoor-planning page for Fort Bragg, Noyo Harbor, and northern Mendocino coast. It has a distinct purpose centered on harbor conditions, coastal trails, beaches, and paddling, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.

Make the Most of a Fort Bragg & MacKerricher Day

Start by comparing conditions across Fort Bragg, MacKerricher, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among hiking, biking, paddling based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.

Weather Tips for Fort Bragg & MacKerricher

  • Conditions around Fort Bragg, Noyo Harbor, and northern Mendocino coast can differ sharply from nearby towns; harbor conditions, coastal trails, beaches, and paddling are the main planning variables.
  • Check wind, waves, current, tides where relevant, water temperature, and lightning before launching; keep a land-based alternative ready.
  • Cold ocean water, marine fog, swell, beach wind, and winter storms can matter even when the inland forecast looks mild.
  • Check current road, trail, ramp, campground, and park alerts before relying on a remote access point.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page covers Fort Bragg, Noyo Harbor, and northern Mendocino coast. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Glass Beach
  • Noyo Harbor
  • Pudding Creek
  • Ten Mile Beach
  • Inglenook

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Fort Bragg & MacKerricher rather than forcing one itinerary. A shorter route, earlier launch, sheltered shoreline, lower-elevation trail, or town-based backup can preserve the day when conditions change.

7-Day Forecast for Fort Bragg & MacKerricher

🌤
°F
High: 60° | Low: 48°
Current Temperature
Station: CQ226
Observed at: 1:00 pm CST on 11/13/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: %
Fri 🌧
60° 48°
89%
Sat 🌧
62° 52°
30%
Sun 🌧
60° 46°
99%
Mon 🌧
58° 43°
59%
Tue 🌧
58° 47°
61%
Wed 🌧
58° 44°
96%
Thu 🌧
58° 42°
38%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

60° Fri 62° Sat 60° Sun 58° Mon 58° Tue 58° Wed 58° Thu

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

48° Fri 52° Sat 46° Sun 43° Mon 47° Tue 44° Wed 42° Thu

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 93 Fri 96 Sat 92 Sun 94 Mon 94 Tue 93 Wed 95 Thu
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: November 13, 2026 11:38 pm CST

Fort Bragg & MacKerricher Weather by Season

Winter

At Fort Bragg & MacKerricher, pacific storms bring the wettest, windiest conditions, with slick bluff trails, high surf, and occasional coastal-road trouble. Breaks between systems can still support short hikes, but cold ocean water and fast-changing marine weather favor conservative shoreline and paddling plans.

Spring

Around Fort Bragg, Noyo Harbor, and northern Mendocino coast, rain becomes less persistent, yet muddy trails, cool water, fog, and breezy headlands remain common planning factors. Longer daylight creates good hiking and camping windows when roads and trail surfaces have had time to drain.

Summer

For harbor conditions, coastal trails, beaches, and paddling, marine layer and fog often keep mornings cool while inland pockets can be much warmer. Afternoon beach wind, cold water, limited visibility, and crowded parking can matter more than the forecast temperature.

Fall

Near Fort Bragg and the surrounding area, early fall can offer clearer, calmer outdoor windows before the main rainy season returns. Later fall brings shorter days, stronger systems, wetter trails, and a greater need to check coastal roads and campground conditions.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Warmest months: Late summer into early fall, especially away from persistent fog.
  • Coolest months: Winter mornings and foggy summer days.
  • Wettest season: Late fall through winter.
  • Driest season: Mid-to-late summer.
  • Best outdoor window: Late summer and early fall for hiking, paddling, and camping when wind and fog cooperate.