Leadbetter Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2041 miles
64
°F
3
4
mph
67
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Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 11 AM-4 PM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara offers a pleasant experience with nice sand and relatively calm water. Amenities include paid parking, restrooms, and a beachside cafe. However, some reviews mention issues like seaweed, tar, and unfriendly locals.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.0
Average Rating
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26 + reviews
Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 62° | 2 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 66° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 67° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 69° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 71° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 67° | 3 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 64° | 1 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 61°F | 3.2 ft | 12s | ← W | +1.2 ft |
| 11:00 | 61°F | 3.2 ft | 12s | ← W | -0.1 ft |
| 12:00 | 61°F | 3.1 ft | 12s | ← W | -1.4 ft |
| 13:00 | 61°F | 3.1 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 12s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.5 ft |