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Neptune Beach has BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Neptune Beach today
Neptune Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 10°C, wind 16 km/h · N, uv 6.4, waves 0.9 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
10°C
Wind
16 km/h · N
UV
6.4
Waves
0.9 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 09:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 66/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 11, 09:45 AM
Water temp
10°C
Air temp
17°C
Feels like
17°C
UV index
6.4
Wind
16 km/h · N
Gust 25 km/h
Waves
0.9 m
Current
0 km/h · S
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Neptune Beach
Neptune Beach extends along the Oregon coast, in the American Pacific Northwest, about 15 kilometers south of Yaquina Head. This section of the coastline is characterized by a succession of fine sand beaches bordered by wooded cliffs and rocky outcrops typical of this rugged coastal region. The Pacific Ocean, cold and often turbulent, shapes a landscape here where tides play a decisive role in the beach's accessibility and appearance. The shore of Neptune Beach has an entirely sandy surface, exposed to the powerful swells of the North Pacific. Unlike neighboring beaches located 1.2 and 1.5 kilometers away, which offer similar configurations but are fragmented by rocks, Neptune Beach is distinguished by a relatively continuous sand strip, particularly appreciated at low tide when the foreshore widens considerably. The sand, gray-brown and slightly coarse, retains the imprint of winter storms. The atmosphere remains wild: few amenities, few visitors outside the summer months, a feeling of solitude facing the immensity of the Pacific. No services are reported on site. Swimming is done without supervision, and access remains undeveloped for people with reduced mobility. The site does not benefit from Blue Flag status. Swimming conditions require significant experience: powerful coastal currents, water temperature rarely above 12°C, and often imposing waves. Neptune Beach remains a destination for travelers seeking an authentic and uncrowded coast.
About this spot
Neptune Beach derives its name from maritime and classical mythology, a common designation in the United States for coastal locations. This section of the Oregon coast is part of the spectacular geology of the Coastal Cascade Range, where basalt formations emerge between Quaternary sandy deposits. Central Oregon experienced modest seaside tourism growth in the early 20th century, with the establishment of small coastal towns accessible by railroad. Neptune Beach, less developed than its closer neighbors in Newport, has retained a preserved character, attracting photographers and solitude seekers rather than organized family vacations.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Neptune Beach today?
10°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Neptune Beach today?
16 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Neptune Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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