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Newport Beach FAQs

Find out all you need to know about visiting Newport Beach.

When is the best time to visit Newport Beach?

Southern California is known for having warm sunny weather year round, and while it does, there are definitely some months that are better to visit than others. The best time to go to Newport Beach is between June and November when the weather is warm, dry and at its best for being outdoors. Expect daytime highs between 21°C and 25°C and night time lows around 18°C.  

Spring and winter are mild with daytime highs around 19°C and lows around 9°C but expect occasional rainfall between December and February. 

What is the time difference between the UK and Newport Beach?

GMT –8 hours 

What places combine well with Newport Beach?

Newport Beach is centrally located within Southern California allowing for easy travel between various locations. Los Angeles is under an hour’s drive north, San Diego is 1.5 hours south and Surf City, USA, Huntington Beach is right next door just 20 minutes away. You can also make the two hour drive inland to the desert city of Palm Springs, and the iconic Joshua Tree National Park.

What are the main cultural events in Newport Beach?

January – Newport Beach Restaurant Week 

June – Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival 

December – Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade

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