70°
Partly Sunny
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Santa Barbara County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Leadbetter Beach
801 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
South-facing crescent at the foot of the Santa Barbara bluffs next to the harbor. Calm water, a grassy park, and a beachfront restaurant make it a local favorite for families and beginner surfers.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny, with a high near 70. West southwest wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59. North northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued june 3 at 1:02pm pdt until june 4 at 3:00am pdt by nws los angeles/oxnard ca
74 /100
great
69 Sunbathe
81 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued June 3 at 1:02PM PDT until June 4 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and combined seas 8 to 13 ft expected when conditions are worst. * WHERE...East Santa Barbara Channel from Pt. Conception to Pt. Mugu CA including Santa Cruz Island. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 3 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will create dangerous sea conditions which could capsize or damage small and large vessels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX) for more.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Partly Sunny
Wind
5 mph
WSW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
70°F
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:32 PM
5.3 ft · in 1.9h
Water Quality
Above threshold
2,000 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ650)
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
11:07 PM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:48 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:55 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 5:09 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| 11:32 PM | High | 5.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
70°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
76
69°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
1%
75
68°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
76
72°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
73°
Mostly Sunny
0%
84
75°
Sunny
0%
85
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paid lot ($2/hr to $12/day) plus a few free 90-minute spots.
Dogs
No dogs on the sand; leashed dogs allowed in the grassy park area.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
801 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Leadbetter Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Leadbetter Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Leadbetter Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the sand; leashed dogs allowed in the grassy park area.
Is there an entry fee at Leadbetter Beach?
Entry to Leadbetter Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Leadbetter Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Leadbetter Beach during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Leadbetter Beach?
Amenities at Leadbetter Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, picnic tables.
When is the water warmest at Leadbetter 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 Leadbetter Beach located?
Leadbetter Beach is in Santa Barbara County, CA, at 801 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS