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Junipero Beach

Beach · Long Beach, California

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Editor's Notes
Sheltered behind Long Beach's offshore breakwater, Junipero Beach has some of the calmest, flattest water on the Southern California coast — ideal for families, swimmers, and first-time paddlers who'd rather skip the waves.

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. NOAA buoy 46256, as of Aug 21, 6:56 PM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
71°F
22°C

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Live data from NOAA buoy 46256 (4.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:56 PM UTC.

Weather at Junipero Beach

H: 87° L: 65°
Overcast
Overcast
80°
|
Feels like 82°
Precipitation
12%
Humidity
61%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
8
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Clear
70°
3 AM
Clear
67°
6 AM
Clear
65°
9 AM
Sunny
76°
12 PM
Overcast
80°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
6 PM
Cloudy
79°
9 PM
Partly Cloudy
76°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Junipero Beach?
Junipero Beach is a beach in Long Beach, California.
What is the water temperature at Junipero Beach?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Junipero Beach in Long Beach, California is 71°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46256, 4.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Junipero Beach?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Junipero Beach rated?
Junipero Beach in Long Beach, California has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 2499 reviews.
What amenities does Junipero Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Junipero Beach include pet-friendly.

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🏖️ Swimming Beaches 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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Location & Contact

1 Junipero Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803

Long Beach, California 90803

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Amenities

🐾 Dog-friendly