Fall in Newport Beach is prime time for spotting blue whales—the ocean’s true gentle giants and the largest animals on Earth. These massive creatures, reaching up to 100 feet long with their shimmering bluish-gray hue, migrate through local waters during their seasonal feeding. Dolphins also put on a lively show in autumn, with common, Pacific white-sided, and bottlenose dolphins frequently seen dancing in the waves. Add in crisp coastal evenings with daytime highs around 75°F and nights cooling to the mid-50s, and fall becomes one of the most magical seasons for a whale-watching adventure.

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