Moss, California
Moss: Situated on the shores of Monterey Bay at an elevation of three feet, this central California coastal settlement lies at the mouth of Elkhorn Slough.
About
Moss is a city located in the county of Monterey in the U.S. state of California.
Quick Facts about Moss
| State | California (United States) |
| County | Monterey County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 36.7986,-121.7861 |
| Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Local time | 06:49:06 (10th November 2026) |
| Weather | 51℉ Mostly Clear then Patchy Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Moss is located at 36°47'55"N 121°47'10"W (36.7985700, -121.7860600).
Moss map
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Weather
Patchy fog after 4am. Mostly clear, with a low around 51. Northwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
7-Day ForecastNearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Moss, CA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111762 | CET-Watsonville | Watsonville (CA) | 95076 |
| 111799 | CET-Salinas | Salinas (CA) | 93906 |
| 125310 | Waynes College of Beauty | Salinas (CA) | 93906-2830 |
| 409698 | California State University-Monterey Bay | Seaside (CA) | 93955-8001 |
| 115393 | Hartnell College | Salinas (CA) | 93901 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Moss, CA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDL | Prunedale, California | Highway 156 and Highway 101 | BUS |
| SNS | Salinas station | Station Place and Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| SES | Seaside, California | Playa Ave & California Ave | BUS |
| MYA | Monterey (Aquarium), California | 886 Cannery Row | BUS |
| MYT | Monterey (Travelodge), California | 675 Munras Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Moss.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Moss Landing Post Office | Moss Landing (CA) | 95039 |
| Castrovill Post Office | Castroville (CA) | 95012 |
| Watsonvill Post Office | Watsonville (CA) | 95076 |
| Marina Post Office | Marina (CA) | 93933 |
| Salina Post Office | Salinas (CA) | 93907 |
Other cities in Monterey County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Monterey County , CA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Salinas | 154,868 | The largest city in Monterey County, California. |
| Seaside | 34,115 | City in California, USA |
| Monterey | 28,511 | City in California, United States |
| Soledad | 25,247 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Marina | 21,836 | City in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Prunedale | 17,560 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Pacific Grove | 15,299 | Town in Monterey County, California, United States |
| King City | 14,077 | City in California, named after its founder, Charles King |
| Gonzales | 8,237 | City in Texas, United States |
| Del Monte Forest | 4,514 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Carmel Valley Village | 4,407 | Unincorporated community in Monterey County, California, United States |
| Carmel-by-the-Sea | 3,744 | City in Monterey County, California |
| Pajaro | 3,070 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Boronda | 1,710 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |
| Del Rey Oaks | 1,645 | City in Monterey County, California, United States of America |
| Chualar | 1,190 | Census-designated place in Monterey County, California |