81°
Sunny
4%
64
Orange County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Newport Beach
21st St & W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Six miles of Pacific sand on the Balboa Peninsula — two piers (Newport and Balboa), the iconic Balboa Pavilion and Fun Zone, the bodysurfing-legendary Wedge at the far south tip (waves can reach 30 feet on a south swell). 33rd Street has the laid-back surf vibe; main downtown is along Newport Blvd.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 81°F air · 72°F water
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 81. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 72°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — extreme heat warning issued september 9 at 2:58am pdt until september 9 at 8:00pm pdt by nws san diego ca
64 /100
good
44 Swim
82 Sunbathe
86 Walk
57 Fish
82 Photo
Best for walking today
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 9 at 1:30AM PDT until September 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor coastal flooding from high tides this evening. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Most likely during Wednesday evening's high tide. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides this evening at Newport Beach: 6.3 feet at 845 PM. At La Jolla: 6.3 feet at 839 PM. Measured high tides are exceeding predicted levels by 6-7 inches.
Weather alert in effect
Extreme Heat Warning issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Heat Advisory issued September 9 at 2:58AM PDT until September 10 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
5 to 10 mph
SW
Rain
4%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
77°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
72°F
Refreshing
Next High Tide
8:45 PM
6.4 ft · in 1.5h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
13s · SSW swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ655)
The LOX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:31 AM
Sunset
7:07 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:51 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 9:12 AM | High | 5.0 ft |
| 2:40 PM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 8:45 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:23 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 9:40 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:24 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:28 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:53 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:08 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 4:06 PM | Low | 0.6 ft |
| 10:09 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:35 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 4:48 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:51 PM | High | 5.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:47 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 11:02 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:31 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:35 PM | High | 4.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:11 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 11:30 AM | High | 5.6 ft |
| 6:18 PM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:23 AM | High | 3.9 ft |
| 5:31 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 11:58 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 1.0 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
77°
Sunny
2%
83
75°
Patchy Fog
0%
71
74°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
79
73°
Sunny
0%
81
73°
Sunny
0%
81
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
80
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Major
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
10:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Metered street parking and paid municipal lots. Crowded summer weekends — arrive early.
Dogs
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10 AM – 4:30 PM year-round (not just summer). Leashed access at other hours, max 6-ft leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
21st St & W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Newport Beach today?
Newport Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Newport Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs prohibited on the beach 10 AM – 4:30 PM year-round (not just summer). Leashed access at other hours, max 6-ft leash.
Is there an entry fee at Newport Beach?
Entry to Newport Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Newport Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Newport Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Newport Beach?
Amenities at Newport Beach include lifeguards, piers (2), restrooms, showers, restaurants, shops, amusements (Fun Zone).
When is the water warmest at Newport Beach?
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 Newport Beach located?
Newport Beach is in Orange County, CA, at 21st St & W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS