Ventura County, California
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at California Street (C Street), Ventura County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sun, May 10: 3–4ft, 12s period, rated Fair. Consistent 3-4ft surf through the day on W swell at 9s with light W winds.
Mon, May 11: 3–4ft, 17s period, rated Fair. Rideable all day with 3-4ft waves on W swell at 10s and glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 6mph.
Tue, May 12: 2–3ft, 16s period, rated Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 10s and calm winds. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 8mph from the SW and dropping conditions to poor - fair.
Wed, May 13: 1–2ft, 14s period, rated Poor. Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on W swell at 11s with glassy conditions. Wind fills in through the day, pushing up to 9mph from the SW and dropping conditions to poor.
Thu, May 14: 2–3ft, 14s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 2-3ft on W swell at 11s with light winds out of the SSW. Early on is a little rough — give it until mid-morning to shape up. Sea breeze fills back in by mid-afternoon so get on it early.
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C Street is a user-friendly beach break located in Ventura County that catches consistent west-facing swell and produces forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for progression. The break's northeast-facing orientation allows it to pick up autumn swells effectively while maintaining shape through the day with offshore easterly winds. This accessible spot attracts a mix of skill levels and offers plenty of room to spread out along the beach.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at California Street (C Street) is 4-5ft with a 9s swell period. Wind is W at 6mph and conditions are rated Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at California Street (C Street) is 4-5ft, produced by a 2.6ft W primary swell at 9s, a 1.1ft W secondary swell at 12s, a 0.9ft SSW tertiary swell at 18s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf California Street (C Street) is Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 4ft waves, a 9s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
California Street (C Street) works best with a W swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at California Street (C Street). Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
California Street (C Street) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. C Street is a user-friendly beach break located in Ventura County that catches consistent west-facing swell and produces forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for progression. The break's northeast-facing orientation allows it to pick up autumn swells effectively while maintaining shape through the day with offshore easterly winds. This accessible spot attracts a mix of skill levels and offers plenty of room to spread out along the beach.
The prime season at California Street (C Street) is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at California Street (C Street) include occasional localism, crowded during peak periods. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our California Street (C Street) forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
