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Santa Barbara City Beach, CA

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Santa Barbara City Beach, CA
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Temperature
65
°F
UV Index
1
Wind Speed
7
mph
Humidity
74
%
Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~6
min

Beach Alerts

Surf Caution

Surf Caution: Strong waves expected at 6 PM — not ideal for kids (4.2ft waves)

About This Beach

Santa Barbara City Beach is a popular, easily accessible beach located in the heart of Santa Barbara, near State Street and Stearns Wharf. It offers a wide, sandy expanse perfect for strolling, relaxing, and enjoying ocean views, with amenities like restrooms and a playground nearby. While generally busy, it can be less crowded during certain times of the day and week. The beach's location and amenities make it a great option for families, dog walkers, and those wanting easy beach access.

🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances

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Beach Overview

Kid Friendly
Pet Friendly

Amenities

Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby

Activities & Rentals

No activities or rentals available.

Beachgoers Reviews

4.8

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Weather Forecast

Updated: 3/2/2026, 5:15:00 PM

Hourly

TimeAir TempUVWindRain
17:0066°17 mph0
18:0062°05 mph0
19:0060°05 mph0
20:0058°06 mph0
21:0057°06 mph0
22:0057°06 mph0
23:0056°07 mph0

Surf Conditions

Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 5:15:00 PM

Hourly Surf

TimeTempWavePeriodSwellTide
17:0060°F4.5 ft6s← W-1.7 ft
18:0060°F4.2 ft6s← W-0.4 ft
19:0060°F4 ft6s← W+0.8 ft
20:0060°F3.8 ft6s← W+1.7 ft
21:0060°F3.5 ft6s← W+2.0 ft
22:0060°F3.3 ft6s← W+1.7 ft
23:0060°F3.3 ft6s← W+0.9 ft

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