70°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
0%
75
Santa Barbara County, CA · Pacific Ocean
Refugio State Beach
10 Refugio Beach Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
Palm-lined cove on the Gaviota coast with a small creek mouth and a popular beachfront campground. Often paired with neighboring El Capitan via a 2.5-mile coastal bike path.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 70. West southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. Northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- UV 11 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
73 /100
great
67 Sunbathe
80 Walk
80 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Fog/Mist
Wind
0 to 10 mph
WSW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
11 Extreme
High 10 AM–03 PM · burn in ~18m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
72°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
7:24 PM
5.7 ft · in 4.6h
Water Quality
Above threshold
2,000 MPN/100mL · Total Coliform
USGS · sampled 6mo 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
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:16 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
72°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
0%
64
70°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
68°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
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75
67°
Mostly Sunny
0%
76
67°
Mostly Sunny
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76
67°
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
No dogs on the beach. Leashed (6 ft) dogs allowed in campground and paved areas only.
Entry Fee
$10 per vehicle day-use.
Address
10 Refugio Beach Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Refugio State Beach.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Refugio State Beach from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Refugio State Beach dog-friendly?
No dogs on the beach. Leashed (6 ft) dogs allowed in campground and paved areas only.
Is there an entry fee at Refugio State Beach?
$10 per vehicle day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Refugio State Beach?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Refugio 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 Refugio State Beach?
Amenities at Refugio State Beach include restrooms, showers, lifeguard tower, camping, picnic tables.
When is the water warmest at Refugio 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 Refugio State Beach located?
Refugio State Beach is in Santa Barbara County, CA, at 10 Refugio Beach Rd, Goleta, CA 93117.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS