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Miramar Surf Forecast

Santa Barbara County, California

Hammonds Reef1-2ftSandspit0-1ftLeadbetter Beach0-1ftTarpits/Carpinteria State Beach0-1ftRincon Point1-2ft
Miramar surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
15.65s
Wind
10mph
SE / Gusts 12mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.0ft @ 8sWSW
Secondary
0.6ft @ 16sSW
Tertiary
0.3ft @ 11sSW

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Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

Miramar is a sandy beach break located on Santa Barbara County's coast, offering approachable waves that work well for newer surfers and those looking for a mellow session. The beach-facing NNE orientation captures westerly swells nicely while being protected from harsh onshore winds by easterly breeze patterns. This is a fun, accessible spot perfect for learning or enjoying consistent beach break peelers during fall swell season.

ShorebreakRip currents during larger swells

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Poor

A slow one — 1-2ft waves and poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
8s WSW|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Very Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s WSW|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s WSW|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s WSW|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
4s WSW|Calm

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Miramar Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Miramar?
The current wave height at Miramar is 1-2ft with a 15.65s swell period. Wind is SE at 10mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Miramar surf forecast?
Our Miramar 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.