Ventura County, California
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at California Street (C Street) for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at California Street (C Street), Ventura County, California. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Tue, Jun 30: 1–2ft, 10s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and poor conditions with glassy conditions. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 9mph.
Wed, Jul 1: 1–1ft, 17s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with light ESE winds.
Thu, Jul 2: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
Fri, Jul 3: 1–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 1ft waves and very poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Sat, Jul 4: 1–2ft, 16s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
C Street is a user-friendly beach break located in Ventura County that catches consistent west-facing swell and produces forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for progression. The break's northeast-facing orientation allows it to pick up autumn swells effectively while maintaining shape through the day with offshore easterly winds. This accessible spot attracts a mix of skill levels and offers plenty of room to spread out along the beach.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at California Street (C Street) is 1ft with a 10s swell period. Wind is SSE at 3mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at California Street (C Street) is 1ft, produced by a 1.8ft W primary swell at 7s, a 1.3ft WNW secondary swell at 10s, a 0.8ft SSW tertiary swell at 14s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf California Street (C Street) is Tuesday from 3 PM to 6 PM with 1ft waves, a 9.6s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
California Street (C Street) works best with a W swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at California Street (C Street). Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
California Street (C Street) is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. C Street is a user-friendly beach break located in Ventura County that catches consistent west-facing swell and produces forgiving sand-bottom waves ideal for progression. The break's northeast-facing orientation allows it to pick up autumn swells effectively while maintaining shape through the day with offshore easterly winds. This accessible spot attracts a mix of skill levels and offers plenty of room to spread out along the beach.
The prime season at California Street (C Street) is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at California Street (C Street) include occasional localism, crowded during peak periods. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our California Street (C Street) forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
