Hermosa Beach FAQ
Here are answers to some of the questions we are asked the most:
What's The Weather Really Like?
Hermosa Beach experiences mild weather patterns, making it an ideal vacation spot all year round.
Summer:
High 77 °F Low 64°F
Autumn:
High 74°F Low 59°F
Winter: High 67°F Low 48°F
Spring:
High 69°F Low 51°F
What activities are there to do in Hermosa Beach?
The Community Calendar lists city events: http://www.southbaycalendar.org/
Where can I go for Internet access?
Hermosa Beach Library
550 Pier Ave.
Phone: 310-379-8475
Free Internet Access/a library card is needed.
Open Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11am-7pm
Wednesday-Thursday: 12pm-7pm
Friday: 12pm-6pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: Closed
Free WiFi Access: Patrons need a library card, a wireless laptop computer and internet browser.
Where is City Hall located and where can I get parking information?
Hermosa Beach City Hall
1315 Valley Drive
Hours: Monday-Thursday 7am-6pm. Closed Friday
Phone: 310-318-0239
For questions about purchasing parking permits or cash keys call 310-318-0223
To pay a parking ticket go to the Finance/Cashier’s office Room 101 at City Hall.
What is the phone number for Parks and Recreation?
Call the Community Center at 310-318-0280.
Are people allowed to fish off of the Hermosa Beach Pier?
Yes it is legal to fish off of the Hermosa Beach Pier.
Where can someone buy bait?
Fish bait can be bought at Roberts Liquor 74 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach Phone: 310-372-8200 Hours: Open Daily 8am-12am 6.
What is the location and time of the Hermosa Beach Farmer’s Market?
The Farmer’s Market is located on Valley Drive between 8th and 10th streets.
The market takes place on Fridays between 12pm- 4pm.
It is closed the Friday after Thanksgiving and Christmas. 7.
Where can I find a Notary?
UPS Store
703 Pier Ave.
Hermosa Beach
Phone: 310-374-4420
Open Weekdays: 9:00am-7pm, Open Saturday: 9am-3pm, Closed Sunday
Where can I find a barbershop?
Floyd’s Barber Shop
828 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Phone: 310-372-3240
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-9pm, Saturday: 9am-8pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm
Berl’s Hermosa Haircutting
1409 Hermosa Ave.
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Phone: 310-433-9103
Open: Monday-Friday 1pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm
Who do I call to set up my utilities?
Go to http://www.hermosabch.org/residents/utilities.html
Where is the Post Office located?
Hermosa Beach Post Office
565 Pier Ave.
Phone: 310-379-4242
Hours: 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, Closed on Weekends
Where can I get information on South Bay Bus Routes?
Metro.net: Local routes are 232, 439 and 130; routes 232 and 439 go to LAX.
Phone: 800-266-6883
Beach Cities Transit: Routes 102, 104 and 109
WAVE Dial A Ride:
Phone: 310-376-3990
Seniors must register to use this service. For information on registering call 310-937-6660.
Where do I get information on vacation rentals?
The Strand Rentals: Contact: Suzanne Rampe at 310-863-0363
Keller Williams: Contact: Champagne Mora at 310-429-5076
Where can I get information on starting a new business?
The best place to start is by downloading the Hermosa Beach Chamber's Business Startup Kit.
Small Business Administration: Phone: 800-827-5722
California Small Business Association: Phone: 800-350-2722
Small Business Development Center: Phone: 310-973-3177
SCORE: Phone: 800-634-0245
Which hotels accept pets?
See our hotels page for more information.
Where do I go for assistance as a business owner if my customers are writing bad checks?
Contact the Bad Check Restitution Program at 800-842-0733.
How do I get a business license?
Call HB City Hall for information (310-318-0206) or visit the Chamber of Commerce office for a business license application.
Where can I get help finding a job?
Beach Cities One-Stop Employment Center
320 Knob Hill #4 Redondo Beach
Phone: 310-318-0645
Hours: 9am-3pm Mon-Fri.
The Center is closed every other Friday
Who do I call if I have a complaint against a business?
Contact the LA County Better Business Bureau or call 310-945-3166
Where can I rent a bike, skates or beach chairs?
Hermosa Cyclery
Phone: 310-374-7816
Where can I rent a hall for a special event?
Clark Building
861 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach
Contact: Hermosa Beach Community Center:
310-318-0280
Kiwanis Building
2515 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach
Contact: Dorothy Yost: 310-379-9357
Rotary Club Building
2521 Valley Drive
Hermosa Beach
Contact: Travers Devine: 310-374-1365 or Mick Felder: 310-379-4495
What are the names of the local newspapers?
Daily Breeze daily newspaper: 310-540-5511 Circulation/Subscriptions: 310-540-4141
Easy Reader weekly newspaper: 310-372-4611
The Beach Reporter weekly newspaper: 310-372-0388.
Where is the nearest DMV Office?
Torrance DMV Office
1785 W. 220th St.
Torrance, CA 90501
Phone: 800-777-0133
Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8am-5pm Wednesday: 9am-5pm