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La Conchita Beach has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: La Conchita Beach today
La Conchita Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 22°C, wind 6 km/h · E, uv 8.0, waves 0.7 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
22°C
Wind
6 km/h · E
UV
8.0
Waves
0.7 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 16, 03:00 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 79/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 16, 03:00 AM
Water temp
22°C
Air temp
16°C
Feels like
16°C
UV index
8.0
Wind
6 km/h · E
Gust 6 km/h
Waves
0.7 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
La Conchita Beach
La Conchita Beach extends along the coast of Ventura, Southern California, about 80 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles. This stretch of fine sandy beach borders the Pacific Ocean, facing a succession of coastal cliffs characteristic of the Ventura County coastline. The area, dominated by ancient geological formations, presents a coastal profile typical of this region where land meets the ocean at a steep angle. The shore consists entirely of golden sand, offering a pleasant surface for walking and swimming. Unlike Oil Piers Beach, located 2.2 kilometers away, which bears traces of coastal oil exploitation, La Conchita retains a more natural character. The beach remains less exposed to massive infrastructure, although it is located in close proximity to urbanized areas. The general atmosphere remains that of a peaceful cove, with relatively direct access from local roads. Access to swimming is without official supervision. No specialized facilities are reported on site. The beach does not have the Blue Flag label. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not documented.
About this spot
The name 'La Conchita' evokes the Hispanic heritage of the Californian coast, a diminutive of the word 'concha' (shell). The Ventura region, founded in 1782 around the Franciscan mission, retains this nomenclature in its coastal place names. The area was long dominated by agriculture and marine exploitation before the oil industry shaped the 20th-century landscape. La Conchita Beach represents one of the few stretches of Ventura's coastline where offshore oil derricks are less visible, offering visitors a glimpse of what the coast was like before industrialization.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at La Conchita Beach today?
22°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is La Conchita Beach today?
6 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at La Conchita Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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