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leadbetter Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:45pm

Swell

2ft

Offshore wind

Off

4mph

7mph

Falling tide

Low

08:48am

Weather

9°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 16 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 9mph	1ft 13s	9°C 0.33mm/h
2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Off 5mph 8mph	1ft 13s	9°C 0.3mm/h
2ft 8s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 5mph	0-1ft 12s	9°C 0.18mm/h
2ft 8s		Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	9°C
2ft 8s	0-1ft 13s	Off 2mph 2mph	0-1ft 13s	8°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Off 2mph 2mph	1ft 14s	8°C
1-2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Off 4mph 4mph	1ft 14s	7°C
1ft 8s	1ft 14s	Off 6mph 10mph	1ft 14s	8°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 7mph	Flat	7°C 1.09mm/h
1ft 14s	On 6mph 6mph	Flat	5°C 0.06mm/h
1-2ft 13s	Cross 7mph 7mph	Flat	5°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s	Cross 3mph 4mph	Flat	7°C 0.1mm/h
3-4ft 9s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	6°C
3ft 9s	Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	5°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s		Off 4mph 4mph	Flat	7°C
2ft 8s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 4mph 4mph	0-1ft 14s	6°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 14s	6°C

Thursday 20 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 10mph	1ft 13s	8°C 0.32mm/h
1ft 6s	1ft 13s	Off 5mph 11mph	1ft 13s	7°C 0.5mm/h
1ft 7s	1ft 11s	Off 6mph 13mph	1ft 11s	7°C 0.44mm/h

Friday 21 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 12s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 9s	7°C 0.66mm/h
3ft 12s	1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 9s	7°C 0.33mm/h
3ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 12s	7°C 0.38mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 11s	1ft 16s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 16s	11°C
2ft 11s	1ft 16s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1ft 16s	9°C
2ft 11s	1ft 15s	Cross 9mph 8mph	1ft 15s	9°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 12s	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 10s	13°C
3ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 6mph	1ft 10s	11°C
3ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 5mph	1ft 10s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s		Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	13°C
2ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1-2ft 11s	11°C
2ft 10s	2ft 10s	Cross 7mph 5mph	2ft 10s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 4mph	1ft 11s	10°C
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 11s	8°C
2-4ft 8s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 12s	6°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.