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leadbetter Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:19pm

Swell

Flat

Onshore wind

6mph

5mph

Rising tide

High

09:23am

Weather

21°C

26°C

No wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 9s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 9s	17°C
Flat	1ft 11s	On 6mph 5mph	1ft 11s	21°C
Flat	1ft 14s	On 4mph 3mph	1ft 14s	18°C
Flat	1ft 14s	On 5mph 4mph	1ft 14s	14°C
1ft 14s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 12s	13°C
1ft 13s	1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 6mph	1ft 10s	12°C
1ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 10s	12°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 8s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 16s	2ft 10s	On 7mph 8mph	2ft 10s	14°C
0-1ft 16s	2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 9mph	2ft 10s	12°C
1ft 16s	2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 8mph	2ft 10s	11°C

Tommorrow 06 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 15s	15°C
0-1ft 13s	1ft 10s	Off 8mph 6mph	1ft 10s	14°C
1-3ft 13s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 6mph	0-1ft 12s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 14s	1ft 12s	On 6mph 5mph	1ft 12s	15°C
1ft 14s	1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 11s	14°C
Flat	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 12s	13°C

Sunday 08 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 16s	2ft 14s	On 7mph 8mph	2ft 14s	12°C
0-1ft 17s	1-2ft 16s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1-2ft 16s	9°C
Flat	2ft 17s	Cross 10mph 12mph	2ft 17s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		On 7mph 6mph	Flat	10°C
Flat		Off 9mph 7mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	0-1ft 16s	Off 9mph 8mph	0-1ft 16s	7°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 13s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 13s	11°C
1ft 13s	1ft 12s	Off 8mph 7mph	1ft 12s	9°C
1ft 15s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 7mph	1ft 11s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 6mph	1ft 12s	13°C
Flat	1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 6mph	1ft 12s	12°C
Flat	0-1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 6mph	0-1ft 14s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 15s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 15s	17°C
Flat	1ft 16s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 16s	16°C
Flat	1ft 15s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 15s	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 3mph	0-1ft 12s	18°C
Flat		On 3mph 3mph	Flat	16°C
Flat		Cross 4mph 3mph	Flat	14°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.