Nesika Beach, Oregon facts for kids
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Nesika Beach, Oregon
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 Nesika Beach, Oregon
Location in Oregon
Nesika Beach, Oregon
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Curry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.28 sq mi (5.91 km2) |
| • Land | 2.28 sq mi (5.91 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 210 ft (60 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 432 |
| • Density | 189.39/sq mi (73.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific (PST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
| ZIP code |
97444
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| Area code(s) | 458 and 541 |
| FIPS code | 41-51950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2611770 |
Nesika Beach is a small community located on the beautiful Oregon Coast in the United States. It is found in Curry County, about 8 miles (13 km) north of Gold Beach. Nesika Beach is known as a census-designated place. This means it is an area that the government counts for population, but it does not have its own local government like a city. As of the 2020 census, 432 people lived there.
The name Nesika comes from Chinook Jargon. This was a trade language used by Native Americans and early settlers in the Pacific Northwest. In Chinook Jargon, "Nesika" means "we," "us," or "our."
Who Lives in Nesika Beach?
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| 2020 | 432 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Nesika Beach was 432 people. This number helps us understand how many residents live in this coastal community.
Schools in the Area
Nesika Beach is part of the Central Curry School District. This district helps make sure students in the area get a good education.
- Elementary and Middle School: Younger students attend Riley Creek Elementary School. This school teaches students from kindergarten all the way through 8th grade.
- High School: For high school, students go to Gold Beach High School.
- College: The entire county, including Nesika Beach, is also part of the Southwestern Oregon Community College district. This means local students have access to college-level courses nearby.
Weather and Climate
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 54.8 (12.7) |
55.3 (12.9) |
56.5 (13.6) |
58.3 (14.6) |
61.7 (16.5) |
65.0 (18.3) |
67.5 (19.7) |
68.0 (20.0) |
67.5 (19.7) |
63.5 (17.5) |
57.1 (13.9) |
54.0 (12.2) |
60.8 (16.0) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 41.6 (5.3) |
41.6 (5.3) |
42.2 (5.7) |
43.5 (6.4) |
46.7 (8.2) |
49.8 (9.9) |
52.4 (11.3) |
52.7 (11.5) |
50.9 (10.5) |
47.7 (8.7) |
43.9 (6.6) |
41.0 (5.0) |
46.2 (7.9) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 11.90 (302) |
10.94 (278) |
10.62 (270) |
6.47 (164) |
3.84 (98) |
1.84 (47) |
0.46 (12) |
1.09 (28) |
2.17 (55) |
5.04 (128) |
11.78 (299) |
13.15 (334) |
79.30 (2,014) |
Nesika Beach has a mild climate, which means it usually does not get too hot or too cold. The weather is influenced by its location right on the coast.
- Temperatures: Summers are generally cool and pleasant, with average high temperatures in the upper 60s Fahrenheit (around 19-20°C). Winters are mild, with average low temperatures staying above freezing, usually in the low 40s Fahrenheit (around 5°C).
- Rainfall: This area gets a lot of rain, especially during the winter months. The wettest months are typically December and January, while July and August are much drier. The total rainfall for the year is quite high.
