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Huntington Beach Pier at Sunset
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Today’s Forecast:

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77°F
High: 78° | Low: 70°
Current Temperature
Station: AR684
Observed at: 8:15 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 82%
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Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 2:08PM PDT until September 30 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA (Expires: September 30, 2026 7:00 pm)
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Description: * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, minor tidal overflow expected due to the combination of high tides and elevated surf. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected due to the combination of high tides and elevated surf. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Sunday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM Monday to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet expected. Local sets to 6 feet possible on south-facing beaches. Morning high tides are expected to peak between 6.7 feet and 7.0 through Wednesday, peaking Tuesday morning. The listed tide predictions have been corrected to reflect current trends in actual tide observations. Instructions: Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. Avoid beaches during morning high tides.
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Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 26 at 2:08PM PDT until September 28 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Diego CA (Expires: September 28, 2026 7:00 am)
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Description: * WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, minor tidal overflow expected due to the combination of high tides and elevated surf. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected due to the combination of high tides and elevated surf. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Sunday night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 AM Monday to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet expected. Local sets to 6 feet possible on south-facing beaches. Morning high tides are expected to peak between 6.7 feet and 7.0 through Wednesday, peaking Tuesday morning. The listed tide predictions have been corrected to reflect current trends in actual tide observations. Instructions: Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. Avoid beaches during morning high tides.

Tonight:Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday:Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday Night:Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West wind 5 to 10 mph.

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Today’s Report:

🚲 Biking

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for biking. High near 77°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 97/100
Excellent for biking. High near 75°F. Low rain risk (5%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

🛶 Paddling

Excellent
  96 /100

Excellent for paddling. High near 77°F. Low rain risk (6%). Breezy winds (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Marginal weather factor
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Use Caution 45/100
Use Caution for paddling. High near 75°F. Low rain risk (5%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

🎪 Outdoor Events / Activities

Excellent
  100 /100

Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 77°F. Low rain risk (6%). Light wind (10 mph).

  • Temp: Favorable conditions
  • Rain: Favorable conditions
  • Wind: Favorable conditions
  • Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Tomorrow's Outlook:
Excellent 97/100
Excellent for outdoor events / activities. High near 75°F. Low rain risk (5%). Breezy winds (15 mph).

About Huntington Beach & Newport Beach

Huntington Beach & Newport Beach is an outdoor-planning page for Huntington shoreline, Bolsa Chica, Newport Harbor, and Upper Newport Bay. It has a distinct purpose centered on open-beach wind and surf plus protected-harbor tides, boat traffic, paddling, bike paths, and events, with the forecast used to choose the safest and most comfortable version of the day.

Make the Most of a Huntington Beach & Newport Beach Day

Start by comparing conditions across Huntington Beach, Bolsa Chica, and the rest of the coverage area. Choose among biking, paddling, outdoor events based on wind, precipitation, temperature, visibility, water or trail conditions, road access, smoke, and available daylight.

Weather Tips for Huntington Beach & Newport Beach

  • Conditions around Huntington shoreline, Bolsa Chica, Newport Harbor, and Upper Newport Bay can differ sharply from nearby towns; open-beach wind and surf plus protected-harbor tides, boat traffic, paddling, bike paths, and events are the main planning variables.
  • Check wind, waves, current, tides where relevant, water temperature, and lightning before launching; keep a land-based alternative ready.
  • Cold ocean water, marine fog, swell, beach wind, and winter storms can matter even when the inland forecast looks mild.
  • Crowds and parking can narrow the useful weather window, so arrive early and keep a lower-commitment nearby option.

Nearby Towns and Areas

This page covers Huntington shoreline, Bolsa Chica, Newport Harbor, and Upper Newport Bay. It can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:

  • Bolsa Chica
  • Newport Harbor
  • Balboa Peninsula
  • Sunset Beach
  • Upper Newport Bay

Plan Around the Conditions

Use the forecast to choose the best version of Huntington Beach & Newport Beach rather than forcing one itinerary. A shorter route, earlier launch, sheltered shoreline, lower-elevation trail, or town-based backup can preserve the day when conditions change.

7-Day Forecast for Huntington Beach, CA

🌤
77°F
High: 78° | Low: 70°
Current Temperature
Station: AR684
Observed at: 8:15 pm CDT on 9/26/26
Wind: 0 mph | Humidity: 82%
Sun ⛅
77° 69°
6%
Mon ⛅
75° 67°
5%
Tue ☀
80° 72°
0%
Wed ☀
81° 71°
0%
Thu ☀
80° 70°
0%
Fri ☀
80° 71°
0%
Sat ☀
81° --°
0%

7-Day High Temperature Trend

77° Sun 75° Mon 80° Tue 81° Wed 80° Thu 80° Fri 81° Sat

7-Day Low Temperature Trend

69° Sun 67° Mon 72° Tue 71° Wed 70° Thu 71° Fri 50° Sat

📊 7-Day Outdoor Outlook

Good Fair Poor 85 Sun 100 Mon 70 Tue 20 Wed 70 Thu 70 Fri 20 Sat
Forecast data from the National Weather Service  |  Last Updated: September 26, 2026 10:29 pm CDT

Huntington Beach & Newport Beach Weather by Season

Winter

At Huntington Beach & Newport Beach, winter storms can make open beaches rough while also bringing stronger wind, rain, runoff, and choppy harbor water. Protected channels may be more manageable than the ocean, but tides, boat traffic, and water quality still need checking.

Spring

Around Huntington shoreline, Bolsa Chica, Newport Harbor, and Upper Newport Bay, spring brings mild temperatures, variable marine cloud cover, and afternoon breezes. Harbor paddling can offer a flexible alternative to exposed surf zones when wind and traffic are manageable.

Summer

For open-beach wind and surf plus protected-harbor tides, boat traffic, paddling, bike paths, and events, marine layer is common in the morning, with busy beaches, bike paths, ramps, and harbor channels later in the day. Cold ocean water, afternoon wind, tides, and vessel wakes remain important even in fair weather.

Fall

Near Huntington Beach and the surrounding area, early fall often provides warm beach weather and calmer morning harbor windows. Offshore wind, occasional heat, and the first late-season storms can change conditions quickly.

Key Climate Data Points

  • Warmest months: August through October.
  • Coolest months: December through February.
  • Wettest season: December through March.
  • Driest season: July through September.
  • Best outdoor window: Late spring and early fall for combined beach, biking, boating, and harbor paddling.