Devereux Surf Forecast, Santa Barbara County, California
Santa Barbara County, California
Current Conditions
Very PoorWave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
14.35s
Wind
7mph
ESE / Gusts 13mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.6ft @ 14sSW
Secondary
0.2ft @ 8sWSW
Tertiary
0.2ft @ 3sWSW
Wind Swell
0.5ft @ 2sESE
Daily Forecast
3 of 5 daysTue, Mar 310-1ft
Very Poor6am9am12pm3pm
Wed, Apr 10-1ft
Very PoorSlim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle W breeze.
6am9am12pm3pm
14s SW|3-5mph WNW
Thu, Apr 2Flat
Very PoorPretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with 14mph WNW winds.
6am9am12pm3pm
13s SW|6-14mph NW
Forecast Charts
Devereux Surf Spot Guide
Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall
Devereux is a sandy beach break located along Santa Barbara's scenic coastline, offering consistent rolling waves that peel across a wide, forgiving sandy bottom. The spot's NNE-facing orientation captures western swell well during fall and winter swells, making it ideal for learners and intermediate surfers looking for manageable conditions. The beach's gradual slope and soft sand provide a welcoming environment with plenty of room to paddle out and progress.
Occasional kelpStrong rip currents during high swell
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
Devereux Surf Forecast FAQ
What is the current surf forecast for Devereux?
The current wave height at Devereux is 0-1ft with a 14.35s swell period. Wind is ESE at 7mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Devereux surf forecast?
Our Devereux 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.
What is the breaking wave height at Devereux?
The current breaking wave height at Devereux is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft SW primary swell at 14s, a 0.2ft WSW secondary swell at 8s, a 0.2ft WSW tertiary swell at 3s, a 0.5ft ESE wind swell swell at 2s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Devereux?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Devereux is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 1ft waves, a 16.15s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.