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leadbetter Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:10pm

Swell

3ft

12s

Cross wind

Cross

5mph

3mph

Rising tide

High

12:43pm

Weather

19°C

21°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	2ft 14s	On 5mph 3mph	2ft 14s	16°C
3ft 11s	1-2ft 15s	Cross 6mph 4mph	1-2ft 15s	20°C
3ft 12s	1ft 15s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 15s	19°C
3ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 14s	15°C
3ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 14s	12°C
3ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 14s	11°C
3ft 13s	1ft 13s	Cross 8mph 6mph	1ft 13s	11°C
3ft 14s	1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 6mph	1ft 14s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 14s	1ft 14s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 14s	15°C
3ft 13s	1ft 14s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1ft 14s	12°C
3ft 13s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1-2ft 10s	11°C

Tommorrow 23 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 11s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1-2ft 11s	16°C
3ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 10mph 11mph	2ft 10s	13°C
3ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 10mph 10mph	2ft 10s	12°C

Monday 24 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 7s	2ft 12s	On 10mph 12mph	2ft 12s	18°C
4ft 7s	2ft 12s	Cross 12mph 14mph	2ft 12s	14°C
3-4ft 7s	2-3ft 12s	Cross 12mph 14mph	2-3ft 12s	12°C

Tuesday 25 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	2ft 9s	Cross 9mph 9mph	2ft 9s	18°C
3ft 12s	2ft 9s	Cross 11mph 11mph	2ft 9s	14°C
3-4ft 13s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 11mph 10mph	1-2ft 10s	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 14s	Off 5mph 5mph	Flat	21°C
4ft 14s	Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	19°C
4ft 14s	Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 13s		Off 5mph 6mph	Flat	17°C
3ft 13s		Off 4mph 3mph	Flat	13°C
3ft 13s	1ft 18s	Off 2mph 2mph	1ft 18s	10°C

Friday 28 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 16s	2-3ft 12s	Cross 5mph 7mph	2-3ft 12s	11°C 0.06mm/h
5ft 15s	2ft 7s	Cross 6mph 7mph	2ft 7s	9°C
5-6ft 14s	1-2ft 4s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1-2ft 4s	8°C

Saturday 01 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 13s	1ft 20s	Off 4mph 3mph	1ft 20s	12°C
4ft 13s	1-2ft 19s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1-2ft 19s	10°C
3-4ft 12s	2ft 18s	Cross 5mph 4mph	2ft 18s	9°C

Sunday 02 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 16s		On 4mph 6mph	Flat	12°C 0.11mm/h
4ft 15s	1ft 15s	Cross 5mph 10mph	1ft 15s	10°C 0.08mm/h
4ft 14s	1ft 16s	Cross 6mph 13mph	1ft 16s	9°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.