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Step Beach
Beach · Avalon, California
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 46253, as of Aug 22, 12:26 PM UTC
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Live data from NOAA buoy 46253 (18 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:26 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Step Beach?
- Step Beach is a beach in Avalon, California.
- What is the water temperature at Step Beach?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Step Beach in Avalon, California is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46253, 18 miles away.
- Can you swim at Step Beach?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Step Beach rated?
- Step Beach in Avalon, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 52 reviews.
- What amenities does Step Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Step Beach include camping-nearby.
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- ›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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