71°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
1%
70
Santa Barbara County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Carpinteria State Beach
5361 Sixth St, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Mile-long beach billed as the "World's Safest Beach" for its gentle shelf and minimal rip currents. Year-round tidepools and a popular oceanfront campground.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 71. South southwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. Northeast wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 71°F air — cool but workable
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
66 /100
good
55 Sunbathe
74 Walk
96 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
71°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Wind
0 to 5 mph
SSW
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–04 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
66°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
7:24 PM
5.7 ft · in 4.6h
Water Quality
Above threshold
24,196 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CAZ350)
The LOX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- CAZ362 Malibu Coast — Los Angeles County Beaches n/a
- CAZ354 Ventura County Beaches n/a
- CAZ349 Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast — Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast n/a
- CAZ340 San Luis Obispo County Beaches — Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:47 AM
Sunset
11:14 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:22 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:54 AM | High | 3.1 ft |
| 12:39 PM | Low | 2.5 ft |
| 7:24 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
66°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
76
67°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
64°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
67
66°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
65°
Mostly Sunny
1%
76
66°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 11 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use $10 per vehicle.
Dogs
Dogs not allowed on the beach; leashed dogs OK in campground and on paved park roads.
Entry Fee
$10 per vehicle day-use.
Address
5361 Sixth St, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Carpinteria State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Carpinteria State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Carpinteria State Beach dog-friendly?
Dogs not allowed on the beach; leashed dogs OK in campground and on paved park roads.
Is there an entry fee at Carpinteria State Beach?
$10 per vehicle day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Carpinteria State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Carpinteria State Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Carpinteria State Beach?
Amenities at Carpinteria State Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, camping, picnic tables.
When is the water warmest at Carpinteria State Beach?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Carpinteria State Beach located?
Carpinteria State Beach is in Santa Barbara County, CA, at 5361 Sixth St, Carpinteria, CA 93013.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS