Long Beach (Washington)

102 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, WA 98631

A 28-mile sand peninsula along the Washington side of the Columbia River mouth — one of the longest drivable beaches in the United States. Drivable (designated zones), kite-flying culture (the Washington State International Kite Festival is here every August), and the Cape Disappointment lighthouse at the south tip.

Great day for a beach walk.

57°F water · 64°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Mostly sunny. High near 64, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. North northeast wind 1 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. North wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Weather

  • 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • Sunny skies — mostly sunny

Water

  • 57°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
  • 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
46 /100
ok
27 Swim
57 Sunbathe
74 Walk
73 Photo

Best for walking today

Air Temp
64°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
1 to 15 mph
NNE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
57°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
7:17 PM
2.2 ft · in 4.0h
Wave Height
4.6 ft
8s · WNW swell
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Sunrise
8:35 AM
Sunset
12:07 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
8:14 AM Low -1.1 ft
1:50 PM High 5.5 ft
7:17 PM Low 2.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 9440569, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Jul 12
64°

Mostly Sunny

0%
56
Mon Jul 13
65°

Mostly Sunny

0%
59
Tue Jul 14
65°

Mostly Sunny

1%
61
Wed Jul 15
66°

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

5%
63
Thu Jul 16
66°

Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

15%
59
Fri Jul 17
66°

Partly Sunny

4%
59
Sat Jul 18
66°

Mostly Sunny

2%
61
  • critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
  • critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 57°F — dangerously cold

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Parking

Free street parking and beach-driving access via designated approaches.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed; off-leash voice-control permitted on the beach itself.

Entry Fee

Free

Address

102 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, WA 98631

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Is it safe to swim at Long Beach (Washington) today?

Long Beach (Washington) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Long Beach (Washington) dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed; off-leash voice-control permitted on the beach itself.

Is there an entry fee at Long Beach (Washington)?

Entry to Long Beach (Washington) is free.

Are there lifeguards at Long Beach (Washington)?

No lifeguards are stationed at Long Beach (Washington). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Long Beach (Washington)?

Amenities at Long Beach (Washington) include restrooms, restaurants, beach driving, kite shops.

When is the water warmest at Long Beach (Washington)?

The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.

Where is Long Beach (Washington) located?

Long Beach (Washington) is in Pacific County, WA, at 102 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, WA 98631.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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