Alcatraz Island Map
Interactive map of Alcatraz Island with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Alcatraz Island is a tourist attraction in San Francisco. Alcatraz Island is a landmark known for the former federal prison in the bay.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Alcatraz Island with clear sky. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 53°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 1%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Alcatraz Island is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. October is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Pinnacles National Park and Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is 5°F below the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Alcatraz Island today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Alcatraz Island
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Coordinates: 37°49′36.1″N 122°25′22.8″W (37.8267, -122.423)
Quick facts about Alcatraz Island
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | San Francisco |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 37°49′36.1″N 122°25′22.8″W (37.8267, -122.423) |
| Known for | the former federal prison in the bay |
| Local time | 2:20 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Temperate |
Neighboring attractions in San Francisco
Sorted by distance from Alcatraz Island.
Getting to Alcatraz Island
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) · 14 mi
- Napa · 33 mi · roughly 46 min driving
- Sacramento · 73 mi · roughly 1.7 h driving
- Lake Tahoe · 156 mi · roughly 3.6 h driving
- Reno · 183 mi · roughly 4.2 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Alcatraz Island
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco International Airport | SFO | 14 mi | San Francisco |
Things to do in Alcatraz Island
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Alcatraz Island.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Alcatraz Island?
Alcatraz Island is a tourist attraction in San Francisco. Its coordinates are 37.8267, -122.423. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Alcatraz Island right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 65% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alcatraz Island?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Alcatraz Island, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Alcatraz Island in?
Alcatraz Island observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 2:20 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Alcatraz Island?
The closest airports are San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 14 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Alcatraz Island?
Popular options include Golden Gate Bridge, Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, Pinnacles National Park, Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, Emerald Bay State Park and Yosemite National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 28, 2026 at 2:20 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
