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leadbetter Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:32am

Swell

1ft

11s

Offshore wind

Off

1mph

Rising tide

High

11:06am

Weather

14°C

12°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 03 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 5mph	1ft 14s	22°C
1ft 10s	1ft 15s	Cross 9mph 7mph	1ft 15s	24°C
1ft 13s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 6mph	0-1ft 14s	22°C
1ft 11s	1ft 13s	Off 2mph 2mph	1ft 13s	15°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 14s	15°C
2ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 12s	14°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 3mph 2mph	1ft 14s	14°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 4mph 2mph	1ft 14s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	1ft 14s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 14s	15°C
1ft 7s	1ft 13s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 13s	14°C
1ft 7s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 13s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 13s	14°C
2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Off 4mph 4mph	1ft 13s	13°C
1-2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 13s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 12s	Cross 2mph 1mph	1ft 12s	15°C
1ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 12s	14°C
1ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 12s	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 10s	Cross 4mph 3mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 7s	Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s		Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	21°C
1ft 7s	1ft 15s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 15s	17°C
1ft 6s	1ft 16s	Cross 4mph 3mph	1ft 16s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 13s	1ft 15s	Cross 2mph 1mph	1ft 15s	17°C
1ft 7s	1ft 16s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 16s	17°C
1ft 6s	1ft 15s	Cross 4mph 3mph	1ft 15s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 13s	19°C
2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 14s	18°C
2ft 8s	1ft 15s	Cross 7mph 6mph	1ft 15s	18°C

Wednesday 11 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 7s	1ft 15s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 15s	18°C
3ft 8s	1ft 15s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 15s	17°C
3-4ft 8s	1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 15s	16°C

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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.