Can you swim here today?
South Beach
Crescent City, California · Beach
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at South Beach is 59°F (15°C), measured by NOAA buoy CECC1, 0.3 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — NOAA buoy CECC1, as of Aug 21, 7:48 PM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
59°F
15°C
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy CECC1 (0.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:48 PM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.