Point Reyes, CA
Chimney Rock Trail, Point Reyes - King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Today’s Forecast:
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61°F
High: 62°
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Low: 48°
Current Temperature
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Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 12 at 2:58PM PST until November 14 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA (Expires: November 14, 2026 8:00 pm)
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Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, An increased risk for
sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of
15 to 20 ft expected. For the High Surf Warning, Dangerously
large breaking waves of 25 to 35 ft, with occasional sets of
40 to 50 ft at favored breakpoints. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, large breaking waves will run up beaches and crash
over seawalls, inundating adjacent, low-lying infrastructure.
* WHERE...Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National
Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Northern Monterey
Bay.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday
afternoon. For the High Surf Warning, from 6 PM Friday to 4 AM
PST Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from midnight
Friday night to 6 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying
infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.
Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach
than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal
areas. Dangerously large breaking waves can overpower
swimmers, pulling people into the sea from beaches, jetties,
and rocks resulting in significant physical injury and
increasing the risk of drowning. Waves can sweep across the
shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from
beaches, jetties, and rocks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Coastal Flood Advisory on Saturday is
specifically for the Pacific Coast, where large breaking waves
will spill over sea walls and run up beaches onto adjacent
infrastructure.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
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High Surf Warning
High Surf Warning issued November 12 at 2:58PM PST until November 15 at 4:00AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA (Expires: November 15, 2026 6:00 am)
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Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, An increased risk for
sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of
15 to 20 ft expected. For the High Surf Warning, Dangerously
large breaking waves of 25 to 35 ft, with occasional sets of
40 to 50 ft at favored breakpoints. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, large breaking waves will run up beaches and crash
over seawalls, inundating adjacent, low-lying infrastructure.
* WHERE...Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National
Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Northern Monterey
Bay.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday
afternoon. For the High Surf Warning, from 6 PM Friday to 4 AM
PST Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from midnight
Friday night to 6 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying
infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.
Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach
than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal
areas. Dangerously large breaking waves can overpower
swimmers, pulling people into the sea from beaches, jetties,
and rocks resulting in significant physical injury and
increasing the risk of drowning. Waves can sweep across the
shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from
beaches, jetties, and rocks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Coastal Flood Advisory on Saturday is
specifically for the Pacific Coast, where large breaking waves
will spill over sea walls and run up beaches onto adjacent
infrastructure.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
⚠️
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 12 at 2:58PM PST until November 13 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA (Expires: November 13, 2026 8:00 pm)
Show Alert Details & Instructions
Description:
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, An increased risk for
sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of
15 to 20 ft expected. For the High Surf Warning, Dangerously
large breaking waves of 25 to 35 ft, with occasional sets of
40 to 50 ft at favored breakpoints. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, large breaking waves will run up beaches and crash
over seawalls, inundating adjacent, low-lying infrastructure.
* WHERE...Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National
Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast and Northern Monterey
Bay.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Friday
afternoon. For the High Surf Warning, from 6 PM Friday to 4 AM
PST Sunday. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from midnight
Friday night to 6 PM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying
infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion.
Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach
than normal, restricting escape from beaches and coastal
areas. Dangerously large breaking waves can overpower
swimmers, pulling people into the sea from beaches, jetties,
and rocks resulting in significant physical injury and
increasing the risk of drowning. Waves can sweep across the
shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from
beaches, jetties, and rocks.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The Coastal Flood Advisory on Saturday is
specifically for the Pacific Coast, where large breaking waves
will spill over sea walls and run up beaches onto adjacent
infrastructure.
Instructions:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
Tonight:A chance of rain after 11pm. Partly cloudy. Low around 48, with temperatures rising to around 52 overnight. South wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday:Rain. Mostly cloudy. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 10 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Friday Night:A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 42, with temperatures rising to around 45 overnight. Northwest wind 0 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Today’s Report:
Hiking
Use Caution
45
/100
Use Caution for hiking. High near 61°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Breezy winds (22 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent
100/100
Excellent for hiking. High near 64°F. Low rain risk (26%). Light wind (6 mph).
Paddling
Not Recommended
10
/100
Not Recommended for paddling. High near 61°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Windy conditions (22 mph).
- Temp: Marginal weather factor
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution
44/100
Use Caution for paddling. High near 64°F. Risk of rain (26%). Light wind (6 mph).
Camping
Use Caution
43
/100
Use Caution for camping. High near 61°F. Rain forecast later today (100%). Breezy winds (22 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Marginal weather factor
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent
100/100
Excellent for camping. High near 64°F. Low rain risk (26%). Light wind (6 mph).
About Point Reyes
Point Reyes is an outdoor-planning page for Point Reyes National Seashore and the Tomales Bay side. It has a distinct purpose centered on coastal exposure, bay paddling, fog, wind, and remote access, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.
Make the Most of a Point Reyes Day
Start by comparing conditions across Point Reyes Station, Bear Valley, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among hiking, paddling, camping based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.
Weather Tips for Point Reyes
- Conditions around Point Reyes National Seashore and the Tomales Bay side can differ sharply from nearby towns; coastal exposure, bay paddling, fog, wind, and remote access 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 Point Reyes National Seashore and the Tomales Bay side. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Point Reyes Station
- Bear Valley
- Limantour Beach
- Drakes Beach
- Tomales Bay
- Chimney Rock
- Inverness
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of Point Reyes 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 Point Reyes
Point Reyes Weather by Season
Winter
At Point Reyes, 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 Point Reyes National Seashore and the Tomales Bay side, 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 coastal exposure, bay paddling, fog, wind, and remote access, 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 Point Reyes Station 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.