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Tajiguas Surf Forecast

Santa Barbara County, California

Refugio State BeachFlatBeavers/HazardsFlatEl Capitan State Beach1-2+ftHaskels BeachFlatSands Beach0-1ft
Tajiguas surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
15.7s
Wind
7mph
ESE / Gusts 7mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.9ft @ 7sW
Secondary
1.0ft @ 16sSW
Tertiary
0.5ft @ 13sWNW

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Spot Guide

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

Tajiguas is a mellow beach break along the central Santa Barbara County coast, offering forgiving, rolling waves ideal for learners and cruisy surfers. The sandy bottom and consistent beach break shape make it accessible during various swell directions, particularly when west-facing swells wrap around the coastline. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a laid-back vibe away from the busier Santa Barbara breaks, making it a perfect spot to practice fundamentals or enjoy a peaceful session.

Occasional rip currentsSharp rocks in nearshore area during low tide

Forecast Charts

Daily Forecast

Thu, Mar 26Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
9s W|Calm
Fri, Mar 27Very Poor

A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with glassy conditions.

6am9am12pm3pm
7s W|Calm
Sat, Mar 28Very Poor

Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with barely a breath of wind.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s W|Calm
Sun, Mar 29Very Poor

Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with calm winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
11s SW|Calm
Mon, Mar 30Very Poor

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

6am9am12pm3pm
6s W|Calm

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Tajiguas Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Tajiguas?
The current wave height at Tajiguas is 0-1ft with a 15.7s swell period. Wind is ESE at 7mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Tajiguas surf forecast?
Our Tajiguas 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.