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Tajiguas Surf Forecast, Santa Barbara County, California

Santa Barbara County, California

Refugio State BeachFlatBeavers/HazardsFlatEl Capitan State Beach0-1ft
Tajiguas surf spot

Current Conditions

Very Poor
Wave Height
0-1ft
flat to ankle high
Swell Period
14.5s
Wind
6mph
E / Gusts 11mph
Conditions
Very Poor
Active Swells
Primary
0.6ft @ 12sSSW
Secondary
0.5ft @ 14sSW
Tertiary
0.4ft @ 11sW
Wind Swell
0.7ft @ 3sESE

Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 31Flat
Very Poor

Not the most exciting day — 0-1ft and very poor conditions with gentle ESE breeze.

6am9am12pm3pm
12s SSW|3mph ESE
Wed, Apr 1Flat
Very Poor

Pretty quiet out there — Flat and mostly very poor with light WNW winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
14s SW|3-4mph NW
Thu, Apr 2Flat
Very Poor

Slim pickings today — Flat and very poor with moderate NW wind around 10mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
13s SW|10-11mph NNW
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Forecast Charts

Tajiguas Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Light
Best Swell
W
Best Wind
E
Season
Fall

Tajiguas is a mellow beach break along the central Santa Barbara County coast, offering forgiving, rolling waves ideal for learners and cruisy surfers. The sandy bottom and consistent beach break shape make it accessible during various swell directions, particularly when west-facing swells wrap around the coastline. This relatively uncrowded gem provides a laid-back vibe away from the busier Santa Barbara breaks, making it a perfect spot to practice fundamentals or enjoy a peaceful session.

Occasional rip currentsSharp rocks in nearshore area during low tide

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Tajiguas Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Tajiguas?
The current wave height at Tajiguas is 0-1ft with a 14.5s swell period. Wind is E at 6mph. Conditions are rated Very Poor.
How accurate is the Tajiguas surf forecast?
Our Tajiguas 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 Tajiguas?
The current breaking wave height at Tajiguas is 0-1ft, produced by a 0.6ft SSW primary swell at 12s, a 0.5ft SW secondary swell at 14s, a 0.4ft W tertiary swell at 11s, a 0.7ft ESE wind swell swell at 3s. 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 Tajiguas?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Tajiguas is Thursday from 1 PM to 4 PM with 0ft waves, a 4.45s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.