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North Star Beach

Public beach · Newport Beach, California

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable 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 swim

Comfortable 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 23, 2:56 AM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
73°F
23°C

Official advisories

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

Live data from NOAA buoy 46253 (16.9 mi away), as of Aug 23, 2:56 AM UTC.

Weather at North Star Beach

H: 88° L: 67°
Clear
Clear
71°
|
Feels like 74°
Precipitation
11%
Humidity
88%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Mist
69°
3 AM
Mist
69°
6 AM
Mist
67°
9 AM
Partly Cloudy
75°
12 PM
Sunny
87°
3 PM
Sunny
88°
6 PM
Sunny
81°
9 PM
Clear
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is North Star Beach?
North Star Beach is a public beach in Newport Beach, California.
What is the water temperature at North Star Beach?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at North Star Beach in Newport Beach, California is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46253, 16.9 miles away.
Can you swim at North Star Beach?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is North Star Beach rated?
North Star Beach in Newport Beach, California has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 153 reviews.

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Location & Contact

498 N Star Ln #200, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Newport Beach, California 92660

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids