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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 · 74°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 81. Northwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 68. North wind 5 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 81°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 74°F water — swimmable, refreshing
Safety
- NWS alert active — coastal flood advisory issued november 7 at 2:59am pst until november 10 at 12:00pm pst by nws san diego ca
72 /100
great
59 Swim
85 Sunbathe
87 Walk
64 Fish
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Coastal Flooding Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued November 7 at 2:59AM PST until November 10 at 12:00PM PST by NWS San Diego CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Minor to locally moderate coastal flooding expected. Dangerous rip currents and elevated surf expected along west- facing beaches. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through noon PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest tides will occur in the late morning each day, peaking at 7.4-7.6 feet Sunday and Monday, which is 1.3 to 1.6 feet above astronomical tide predictions. Surf will increase to 4-7 feet Monday, which may prolong some of the coastal impacts.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
81°F
Clear
Wind
10 mph
NW
Rain
0%
Today
Air Quality
33 Good
Ozone · Saddleback Vly
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
81°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
74°F
Swimming weather
Next High Tide
8:22 PM
4.3 ft · in 1.8h
Wave Height
2.6 ft
14s · SW 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
6:16 AM
Sunset
4:54 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:03 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 7:21 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 2:11 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 8:22 PM | High | 4.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:30 AM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 7:47 AM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 2:47 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:05 PM | High | 4.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:55 AM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| 8:12 AM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 3:23 PM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 9:48 PM | High | 3.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:20 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 8:38 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 3:59 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 10:33 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:44 AM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 9:06 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 4:38 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:24 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:07 AM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 9:36 AM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:22 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:29 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 3:29 AM | Low | 3.1 ft |
| 10:09 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 6:13 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9410660, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
81°
Sunny
0%
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79°
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86
78°
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85
81°
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86
78°
Sunny
1%
87
75°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
17%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
- optional Swimsuit - water is swimmable Water is 74°F
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.
Major
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
9:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 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