Newport Beach Weather

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Newport Beach is a Beaches and coast destination for comparing coastal weather, marine clouds, and afternoon sea-breeze conditions.

66°
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Comfort Score
78(B)
Great
Weather updated August 18, 2026 at 3:52 AM PDT

Newport Beach weather at a glance

Newport Beach is a town at 197 feet in Greater Los Angeles. Newport Beach is a Beaches and coast destination for comparing coastal weather, marine clouds, and afternoon sea-breeze conditions. Notable features include town, coast, marine-layer, and sea-breeze.

Current conditions are 66°F, feeling like 66°F, with 87% humidity, winds near 5 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and humid and overcast.

The location-specific climate baseline shows an average daily high of 72°F and an average low of 56°F, with about 9.1 hours of sunshine per day and 0.9 hours of morning fog per day. Expected annual precipitation is approximately 5.9 inches.

Current Conditions

Temperature
66°F
Feels like 66°F
Humidity
87%
Wind
5 mph
NW • Gusts 8 mph
Cloud Cover
100%
Precip Chance
0%

Comfort Breakdown

Less comfortableMore comfortable
Temperature91
Wind90
Night Sky5
Humidity43
Precipitation100

Hourly Forecast

Today

TimeTempComfortAQIWindPrecipConditions
Now66°78 (B)5 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
5am65°79 (B)4 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
6am64°78 (B)2 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
7am65°91 (A-)3 mph0%🌤️ Mostly Sunny
8am70°93 (A-)2 mph0%🌤️ Mostly Sunny
9am75°98 (A)1 mph0%☀️ Sunny
10am81°84 (B)4 mph0%☀️ Sunny
11am82°63 (C)7 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
12pm83°60 (C)8 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
1pm83°58 (C-)9 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
2pm83°56 (C-)9 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
3pm83°58 (C-)8 mph0%☁️ Cloudy
How to read the Newport Beach hourly chart

The hourly chart follows the next 48 forecast hours at Newport Beach. Use the temperature view to see warming and cooling through the day, and the comfort view to see when the combined temperature, wind, clouds, precipitation, and air quality should feel most favorable.

The wind view compares sustained wind with stronger gusts at Newport Beach. The AQI view uses the current observation for “Now” and modeled AQI-equivalent guidance for later hours when forecast smoke data is available.

Weather Maps

Satellite

GOES-West Infrared

Radar

Precipitation

5 mph
Gusts 8 mph
Wind

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About the weather maps for Newport Beach

Each preview is centered on Newport Beach, with the red pin marking its approximate location. Satellite imagery provides cloud context, radar shows nearby precipitation, and the fog view shows the marine-layer or low-cloud field when that regional layer is available.

These images cover a wider area than the point forecast, so a nearby cloud or rain band may not be directly over Newport Beach. Open a preview for the interactive map and its latest timestamp before making a weather-sensitive decision.

7-Day Forecast

DayHigh/LowComfortPrecipConditions
Today🏆 Best83° / 64°84 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Wed85° / 64°82 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Thu86° / 74°81 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Fri89° / 74°77 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Sat90° / 75°77 (B)0%☀️ Sunny
Sun91° / 77°76 (B)1%☀️ Sunny
Mon90° / 77°76 (B)2%☀️ Sunny

Best day this week: Today (Comfort score: 84)

Nearby Temperature Comparison

Conditions at nearby Greater Los Angeles destinations

Tip: Los Angeles temps can vary 20-30°F within a short distance due to microclimates.

Climate Dashboard

Current conditions vs. HRRR rolling destination baseline

Today's High vs Normal
83°Fforecast
5° above normal
Normal: 78°F
Rainfall Year-to-Date
3.0"
9% below average
30-yr avg: 3.3"
Sunny Days
28last 28 days
Right on track
Typical: 28
Foggy Days
3last 28 days
About average
Avg Wind Speed
8.9 mphlast 28 days
Typical conditions
Typical: 9.0 mph
Comfort Score
9328-day avg
On par with typical
Recent baseline: 92
What the Newport Beach climate comparisons mean

These cards compare recent conditions at Newport Beach with the available local baseline. Temperature and year-to-date rainfall use long-term normals when available; fog, sunshine, wind, and comfort use the matching recent or modeled baseline identified on each card.

Positive and negative differences describe how Newport Beach departs from its own usual pattern. They should not be read as a direct comparison with another city or as a forecast beyond the period shown.

Historical Climate Data

Long-term weather patterns and climate data

Data sources: NOAA HRRR rolling destination baseline for recent temperature, precipitation, fog, cloud, wind, humidity, and sunshine signals.

Climate Overview

Based on HRRR rolling destination baseline (2024-07-01 to 2026-06-30)

90
Avg Comfort
72.3°
Avg High
56.5°
Avg Low
91%
Perfect Days
☀️ Avg Sunshine9.1h/day
🌫️ Avg Fog0.9h/day
💧 Avg Annual Rain5.9"
🌧️ Rainy Days/yr21 (6%)
🌫️ Foggy Days/yr34
✨ Perfect Days (80+)665

🌟 Best Months to Visit

1. May92
71° / 57.3° · ☀️ 10.3h
0 foggy days · 0 rainy days
2. August88
80.1° / 63.7° · ☀️ 10.5h
2 foggy days · 0 rainy days
3. June87
73.5° / 60.8° · ☀️ 10.7h
2 foggy days · 1 rainy days

⚠️ Challenging Months

1. December62
66.8° / 51.3° · ☀️ 6.5h
💧 1.1" · 3 rainy days · 8 foggy days
2. February70
68.5° / 51° · ☀️ 7.6h
💧 1.8" · 5 rainy days · 3 foggy days
3. November76
69.5° / 52.7° · ☀️ 7.3h
💧 1.2" · 3 rainy days · 2 foggy days

Monthly Breakdown

MonthComfortHigh/Low☀️ Sun🌫️ Fog💧 RainPerfect
July 20249177.9° / 63.1°11.2h7d0"31
August 20249380.5° / 63.2°10.6h2d0"31
September 20249078.2° / 62.1°9.6h9d0.01"26
October 20249074.5° / 57.7°8.7h9d0"30
November 20249169.9° / 50.5°7.7h0d0"30
December 20248665.7° / 49.8°6.8h7d0"24
January 20258766.4° / 48.6°8.2h0d0.32"26
February 20258566.8° / 50.2°7.4h4d1.46"22
March 20258764.5° / 49.1°8.5h1d1.66"23
April 20259467.2° / 51.7°10.1h0d0.26"29
May 20259371.6° / 57.2°10.3h0d0.01"29
June 20259273.6° / 60.3°10.6h1d0.09"30
July 20259474.8° / 61.8°10.9h3d0.01"31
August 20259279.8° / 64.2°10.3h1d0"31
September 20259279° / 64.6°9.4h1d0.07"29
October 20259274.3° / 57.5°8.7h0d0.69"30
November 20258469.1° / 54.8°6.9h4d2.37"26
December 20258267.9° / 52.6°6.2h8d2.21"19
January 20268970.5° / 52.1°7.5h1d0.65"25
February 20268770.2° / 51.8°7.9h1d2.01"22
March 20269276.2° / 56.7°9.7h5d0.04"30
April 20269571.4° / 55.5°10.2h0d0.31"30
May 20269570.4° / 57.4°10.3h0d0"31
June 20269473.3° / 61.1°10.8h3d0"30
Last updated: 7/24/2026

Climate Trends

Average Temperature by Month

84°F74°F65°F55°F45°FJul '24Aug '24Sep '24Oct '24Nov '24Dec '24Jan '25Feb '25Mar '25Apr '25May '25Jun '25Jul '25Aug '25Sep '25Oct '25Nov '25Dec '25Jan '26Feb '26Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26
Average High
Average Low
About the Newport Beach climate charts

The temperature chart compares average monthly highs and lows at Newport Beach, showing both the seasonal cycle and the typical day-to-night range. The comfort chart summarizes how often the combined weather pattern is favorable rather than judging temperature alone.

Precipitation shows the total recorded or modeled rainfall for each month at Newport Beach. Sunshine compares average bright-sky hours with the daylight available, while fog shows the average number of morning fog or low-cloud hours per day. Switch between the chart tabs to compare the same months across each measure.

Hourly Temperature, Fog, Wind, Cloud Cover, and Solar Radiation Patterns

Average local hour by month from 2016-07-01 to 2026-06-30

How to read the temperature heatmap for Newport Beach

This heatmap shows how average temperature at Newport Beach changes by hour and month. Read left to right for the seasons and top to bottom for the time of day; warmer colors identify the usual afternoon peaks and cooler colors show overnight and winter lows.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the fog heatmap for Newport Beach

This heatmap shows when fog or low cloud is most likely at Newport Beach. Darker cells mark month-and-hour combinations with a stronger historical fog signal, which helps separate overnight or morning fog from cloud that tends to linger into the afternoon.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the wind heatmap for Newport Beach

This heatmap shows the typical hourly wind pattern at Newport Beach through the year. It makes recurring afternoon wind, calmer overnight periods, and seasonal changes easier to compare than a single daily wind value.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the cloud cover heatmap for Newport Beach

This heatmap shows average cloud cover at Newport Beach for every month and hour. Use it to see whether cloudiness is mainly an overnight and morning pattern or commonly persists during the part of the day you plan to visit.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

How to read the solar radiation heatmap for Newport Beach

This heatmap shows the average solar radiation reaching Newport Beach by month and hour. Brighter cells indicate the strongest typical sun, while muted cells can reflect nighttime, shorter winter days, cloud cover, smoke, or terrain shading.

Each cell combines one month with one local hour. Hover over or focus on a cell for its value and sample coverage; the red marker shows the current month and hour.

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Location Details

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Coordinates
33.6266, -117.8654
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Elevation
197 ft
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Type
Town
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Tags
#town#coast#marine-layer#sea-breeze
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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about weather and visiting Newport Beach

What is the weather at Newport Beach right now?

Current conditions at Newport Beach are 66°F, feeling like 66°F, with 87% humidity, winds near 5 mph, 100% cloud cover, and a 0% chance of precipitation. Mild and humid and overcast

What temperatures are typical at Newport Beach?

The location-specific record for 2024-07-01 through 2026-06-30 shows an average daily high of 72°F and an average low of 56°F at Newport Beach. These are averages across the year; the monthly climate table on this page shows the warmer and cooler seasons separately.

How much rain does Newport Beach get?

The location-specific climate baseline estimates about 5.9 inches of precipitation and 21 days with measurable rain in a typical year at Newport Beach. The monthly breakdown shows when that rain is most likely.

How often is Newport Beach foggy?

Newport Beach averages about 0.9 hours of morning fog per day across the location-specific climate baseline, with approximately 34 foggy days in a typical year. Fog varies considerably by season, so check the monthly breakdown and current forecast for visit planning.

What are the best months to visit Newport Beach for comfortable weather?

Based on the destination's recorded comfort, temperature, sunshine, rain, and fog data, the strongest months are April 2026 (71°F/56°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), May 2026 (70°F/57°F average high/low and a 95 comfort score), and April 2025 (67°F/52°F average high/low and a 94 comfort score). “Best” depends on the activity, so use the monthly table for the exact tradeoffs.

What kind of destination is Newport Beach?

Newport Beach is a town at 197 feet. Newport Beach is a Beaches and coast destination for comparing coastal weather, marine clouds, and afternoon sea-breeze conditions. Notable features include town, coast, marine-layer, and sea-breeze.

💡 Local Tip: Greater Los Angeles weather can change dramatically within short distances and throughout the day. Always check current conditions before visiting Newport Beach.
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