Descanso Beach Webcam

Live from Catalina’s Descanso Beach webcam. You have the ability to zoom in/out and also pan left, right, up and down using the camera control buttons. This is a great webcam to check out the current weather and ocean conditions.

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About Descanso Beach

Descanso Beach is one of the most beautiful spots on Catalina Island. Located just past the famous Casino, it offers a peaceful and tranquil escape. The private beach features crystal-clear water, soft sand, and stunning ocean views.

Historically, Catalina was once used by Native American tribes for fishing and trade. Later, it became part of the growing tourism industry. Over time, Descanso Beach transformed into a popular destination for relaxation, recreation and a place to get away from it all. While in Catalina, one would never know that one of the largest cities in the United States is about 20 miles away.

There are many activities to enjoy at Descanso Beach. Kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling allow visitors to explore the clear waters. The Catalina Climbing Wall and zip line eco-tour provide thrilling adventures above the beach.

Lounge chairs and cabanas offer a comfortable way to relax by the shore. For those seeking luxury, the Descanso Beach Club provides an upscale experience. Guests can enjoy full food and drink service from their beachfront seats. The restaurant serves fresh seafood, tropical cocktails, and delicious island-inspired dishes. Live music and special events often take place, adding to the lively atmosphere.

Catalina Weather

Catalina and most of Southern California’s beach communities have some of the best weather in the world. Temperatures remain mild throughout the winter and summer.

Most rain falls between December and April. May and June are often very cloudy and cool as the marine layer covers the beach communities. This is caused by the deserts warming up and pulling the clouds and fog over the coast. There can be weeks without seeing any sun at all during this time of the year. Often these two months are referred to as “May gray” and “June gloom”.

Summertime high temperatures are generally in the 60s and 70s with night time lows in the 60s. Winter cools off with highs in the low 60s and lows in the 50s during the night. Rarely does the temperature exceed 90 degrees or fall into the 30s at night.

Occasionally a weather phenomena called a “Santa Ana” will drive temperatures near 100 degrees and are often accompanied by very high, near hurricane force, winds.

This area is not prone to high winds except when a large, strong storm moves through or a Santa Ana weather event happens.