California, United States of America

Carmel Beach

Carmel Beach is a scenic sand beach located in Carmel, CA, USA, around 2 hours south of San Francisco. Displaying curvaceous stretches of soft white sand, this beach is celebrated for its breathtaking sunset vistas, which render it a favored venue for weddings and rehearsal dinners.

Bordering the lively expanse of white sand are tall cypress trees, further complemented by the enchanting European style village situated behind.

Explore accommodation options near Carmel Beach and enjoy its breathtaking sunset vistas and enchanting European style village.

In addition, Carmel Beach hosts several captivating events throughout the year, including the notable Great Sandcastle contest, an annual tradition that has been running for over 55 years.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful and clean beach with something for everyone, including dog-friendly areas and stunning sunsets. Visitors enjoy the easy access and availability of parking. Some visitors note that the beach can get crowded and finding parking may require patience and luck.

Where to Stay near Carmel Beach?

Visitors to Carmel Beach often stay in the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, known for its quaint inns and boutique hotels, many of which are within walking distance to the beach. People also explore nearby areas like Monterey, which offers a variety of accommodations and is just a short drive away, making it easy to include Carmel Beach in their itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Carmel Beach?

Latitude: 36.5502388 / Longitude: -121.9291215

Carmel Beach is located in California. The following map of Carmel Beach shows the exact location.

Carmel Beach: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, July 3, 2025
Today might not be the best for a classic beach day at Carmel Beach. The maximum air temperature will be 14.1 °C. Expect very cloudy skies. The sea temperature is 14.3 °C, and the waves are high. The wind will be moderate, with stronger gusts possible. The UV index will reach 7.75, so take precautions if the sun makes an appearance.
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Air

Low / High11.1°C/14.1°C
Feels Like (High)13.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature14.3 °C
Wave Height2.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance2%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset05:54/20:29
Sunshine Hours0.0 hrs
UV Index7.75
Cloud Cover97%
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Wind

Speed15.9 km/h
Gusts32.4 km/h
DirectionW

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