leadbetter Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
04:36am

Swell

1ft

Offshore wind

Off

1mph

Falling tide

Low

03:49pm

Weather

19°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s		Cross 7mph 5mph	Flat	26°C
1ft 13s		Cross 8mph 5mph	Flat	28°C
1ft 14s		On 6mph 4mph	Flat	26°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 1mph 1mph	0-1ft 14s	20°C
1ft 7s	1ft 15s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 15s	18°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 2mph	1ft 13s	18°C
1ft 5s	1ft 12s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 12s	19°C
1ft 7s	1ft 10s	On 3mph 2mph	1ft 10s	22°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	1ft 14s	On 2mph 2mph	1ft 14s	20°C
1-2ft 7s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 4mph 3mph	0-1ft 14s	21°C
2ft 5s	1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 12s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s		Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	23°C
2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 11s	21°C
2-3ft 5s		Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 8s	Off 3mph 3mph	Flat	18°C
2ft 5s	Cross 4mph 3mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 9s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	19°C
2-3ft 6s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	17°C
2ft 5s	Cross 3mph 2mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	19°C
2-3ft 5s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	18°C
2ft 5s	Cross 4mph 3mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	Cross 3mph 2mph	Flat	20°C
2-3ft 6s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	19°C
2ft 7s	Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 10s		Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	24°C
1ft 9s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 8mph 8mph	0-1ft 13s	21°C
1-2ft 9s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1ft 10s	20°C

Friday 25 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 6mph	0-1ft 14s	26°C
1ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1ft 10s	22°C
1-2ft 10s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 9mph	1ft 11s	20°C

Historical data

Location guide

Leadbetter Beach, located in Santa Barbara, California, United States, is a favorite spot among surfing enthusiasts. This spot is renowned for its consistent, user-friendly waves, making it a great place for surfers of all skill levels. When we talk of surf conditions at Leadbetter, we need to consider several elements that come into play. Firstly, the waves are usually small to medium-sized, running from 1 to 3 feet, making it perfect for beginning and intermediate surfers. The waves are pretty rhythmic and consistent, proving an enjoyable experience for surfers who love longer rides. To experience the best surfing conditions at Leadbetter, one needs to keep closer tabs on specific factors like wind conditions and swell direction. The spot performs best during a South or Southwest swell, and an offshore wind from the North speeds up the waves, providing surfers with a prime waveriding experience. However, it's significant to note that the place can get rather crowded, especially during the weekends and holidays. The crowd factor can affect your overall surfing experience depending upon personal preferences. The sandy bottom of the beach and mild shorebreak are additional benefits, offering a safer surfing area, which is especially useful for beginners. Despite the spot being favorable for surfing most of the year, the conditions tend to peak from April to October. During this period, the water temperature averages about 62-68°F, requiring a wetsuit. In conclusion, Leadbetter presents a beautiful mix of reliable, user-friendly waves and soothing weather conditions, coupled with stunning beach views, making it a desirable surfing spot in the United States.