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Pismo Beach
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The City of Pismo Beach is located along the Pacific Ocean on the Central Coast of California in San Luis Obispo County. The city beach extends approximately 1.5 miles.
Pismo Beach’s average high temperature is 68 - 78 degrees with annual rainfall of 15.8 inches. During the summer months temperatures occasionally reach the high 90’s. A predominate northwest wind can reach speeds of up to 25 - 35 knots creating extreme ocean conditions. On occasion, tropical storms from the southwest and strong northwest winds will create large swell that can reach the central coast. When this occurs ocean dynamics change. Rip and lateral currents develop resulting in dangerous conditions for the inexperienced ocean swimmer.
amenities
Picnic
Playground
Restaurants Nearby
Restrooms
Showers
Leashed Dogs
activities
Biking
Fishing
Surfing
Swimming
Volleyball
prohibitions
No Alcohol
No Camping
No Cars on Sand
No Fireworks
No Hole Digging
No Smoking
No Glass
No Feeding Birds
No Animals
hazards
Rip Currents
Swim at your Own Risk
Beaches and oceans are dynamic natural environments. Crowd conditions, currents, waves, wild animals, and other water and beach conditions can rapidly change. The risks and conditions shown on this site are informational only and not always real-time. Actual conditions may differ. Lifeguards are not always on duty or available. Always remain aware of your surroundings and exercise due care for your own safety and the safety of others around you.
Always check for water warnings or check with a lifeguard before you swim.