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Kenai South Beach

Park · Kenai, Alaska

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. NOAA buoy NKTA2, as of Aug 22, 12:18 PM UTC
Water temp
56°F
13°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Alaska yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live data from NOAA buoy NKTA2 (11.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:18 PM UTC.

Weather at Kenai South Beach

H: 52° L: 50°
Overcast
Overcast
51°
|
Feels like 49°
Precipitation
93%
Humidity
87%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Overcast
52°
3 AM
Overcast
51°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
51°
9 AM
Light rain shower
50°
12 PM
Light rain shower
50°
3 PM
Light rain shower
51°
6 PM
Light rain shower
51°
9 PM
Light rain shower
51°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kenai South Beach?
Kenai South Beach is a park in Kenai, Alaska.
What is the water temperature at Kenai South Beach?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Kenai South Beach in Kenai, Alaska is 56°F (13°C), measured by NOAA buoy NKTA2, 11.2 miles away.
Can you swim at Kenai South Beach?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 56°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Kenai South Beach rated?
Kenai South Beach in Kenai, Alaska has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 60 reviews.
What amenities does Kenai South Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Kenai South Beach include camping-nearby.

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Kenai, AK 99611

Kenai, Alaska 99611

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