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Longfellow Beach
Public beach · Hermosa Beach, California
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Ventura County Beaches; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches.
- Water temp 73°F (23°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy ICAC1 (10.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Ventura County Beaches; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches. — NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy ICAC1, as of Oct 20, 7:18 AM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
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It’s 73°F at Longfellow Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Laid-back public beach with a long, wide expanse of sand, swings, lifeguard stands & a shower.
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Weather at Longfellow Beach
71°F, Smoky haze · H 71° / L 68° · 7% chance of rain3-day forecast
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Longfellow Beach?
- Longfellow Beach is a public beach in Hermosa Beach, California.
- What is the water temperature at Longfellow Beach?
- As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Longfellow Beach in Hermosa Beach, California is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy ICAC1, 10.6 miles away.
- Can you swim at Longfellow Beach?
- Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Ventura County Beaches; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches. Checked October 20, 2026.
- How is Longfellow Beach rated?
- Longfellow Beach in Hermosa Beach, California has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 311 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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