Santa Barbara County, California
Conditions stay similar this week — check the hourly forecast at Miramar for the cleanest windows.
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Miramar, Santa Barbara 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: 1–1ft, 19s period, rated Very Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1ft and very poor conditions with barely a breath of wind. Expect the wind to bump up to around 7mph by PM.
Wed, Jul 1: 0–1ft, 18s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with gentle E breeze.
Thu, Jul 2: 0–1ft, 17s period, rated Very Poor. A slow one — 0-1ft waves and very poor conditions with light winds out of the ESE.
Fri, Jul 3: 0–1ft, 15s period, rated Very Poor. Slim pickings today — 0-1ft and very poor with light winds out of the SE.
Sat, Jul 4: 0–1ft, 15s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with light SSE winds.
Miramar is a sandy beach break located on Santa Barbara County's coast, offering approachable waves that work well for newer surfers and those looking for a mellow session. The beach-facing NNE orientation captures westerly swells nicely while being protected from harsh onshore winds by easterly breeze patterns. This is a fun, accessible spot perfect for learning or enjoying consistent beach break peelers during fall swell season.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Miramar is 0-1ft with a 19s swell period. Wind is SE at 4mph and conditions are rated Very Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Miramar is 0-1ft, produced by a 1ft WSW primary swell at 6s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.3ft SW tertiary swell at 19s. 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 Miramar is Tuesday from 8 AM to 11 AM with 1ft waves, a 19s swell period, and conditions rated Very Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Miramar 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 Miramar. 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.
Miramar is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Miramar is a sandy beach break located on Santa Barbara County's coast, offering approachable waves that work well for newer surfers and those looking for a mellow session. The beach-facing NNE orientation captures westerly swells nicely while being protected from harsh onshore winds by easterly breeze patterns. This is a fun, accessible spot perfect for learning or enjoying consistent beach break peelers during fall swell season.
The prime season at Miramar 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 Miramar include shorebreak, rip currents during larger swells. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Miramar 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.
