Wave heights & conditions for 19 surf spots across Santa Barbara County, California. Updated hourly.
The Santa Barbara County, California surf forecast covers 19 surf spots with hourly breaking wave height predictions, swell analysis, wind speeds, and tide data. All forecasts are updated every hour using multiple weather models.
We track 19 surf spots across Santa Barbara County, California, grouped into 5 areas. Each spot has its own detailed forecast with breaking wave heights calculated for that specific location.
The best time to surf varies by spot and season. Check individual spot forecasts for real-time conditions including wave height, wind direction, and tide. Our color-coded rating system makes it easy to find the best conditions.
Our forecasts use NOAA GFS, ECMWF, and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry data to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range forecasts (1-3 days) are most accurate, with longer-range forecasts providing general trend information.
