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South Beach
Beach · Crescent City, California
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold 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.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold 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, 7:00 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 CECC1 (0.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 7:00 PM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is South Beach?
- South Beach is a beach in Crescent City, California.
- What is the water temperature at South Beach?
- As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at South Beach in Crescent City, California is 59°F (15°C), measured by NOAA buoy CECC1, 0.3 miles away.
- Can you swim at South Beach?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 59°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 21, 2026.
- How is South Beach rated?
- South Beach in Crescent City, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 728 reviews.
- What amenities does South Beach have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at South Beach include camping-nearby.
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245 Anchor Way, Crescent City, CA 95531
Crescent City, California 95531
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