South Carlsbad State Beach, CA
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-4 PM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 2 PM-3 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
South Carlsbad State Beach offers a blend of stunning ocean views, rocky shores, and sandy stretches, catering to various preferences. While popular with surfers and families, its accessibility is limited by stairs, impacting stroller and wheelchair users. Amenities like restrooms and showers are available but vary in condition and availability. Overall, it's a beautiful beach with a lively yet sometimes crowded atmosphere.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 9/1/2026, 1:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 77° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 76° | 8 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 76° | 7 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 75° | 5 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 74° | 4 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 74° | 2 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 72° | 1 | 7 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/1/2026, 1:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 76°F | 3 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +3.0 ft |
| 14:00 | 76°F | 3 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +2.2 ft |
| 15:00 | 76°F | 3.1 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +1.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 76°F | 3.1 ft | 9s | ↓ S | +0.3 ft |
| 17:00 | 76°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ↓ S | -0.5 ft |
| 18:00 | 76°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ↙ SW | -0.9 ft |
| 19:00 | 76°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ↙ SW | -0.9 ft |