Tamarack
2.1ft·intermediate
Carlsbad, CA
93
Carlsbad, CA
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Explore forecastValid Thu 11:00 AM America/Los_Angeles · Source updated Wed 5:50 PM · Computed Wed 8:49 PM · CDIP, NOAA NWS, NOAA COOPS, Open-Meteo, NOAA CO-OPS
Forecast accuracy & methodologyToday by time
Latest daily forecast · Wed, Oct 7 · America/Los_Angeles. Separate from the selected day above.
| Time | Surf | Quiver callSign in | Swell | Wind | Tide | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | 3.8 ft | — | 2.2 ft @ 15s SSW (0.9 ft @ 19s SSW) | 0 mph SW | -0.1 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 5:00 AM | 3.8 ft | — | 2.2 ft @ 15s SSW (1.1 ft @ 18s SSW) | 4 mph ESE | 2.7 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 8:00 AM | 4.2 ft | — | 2.4 ft @ 14s S (1 ft @ 18s SW) | 1 mph W | 5.1 ft · Falling | 100% |
| 11:00 AM | 4.5 ft | — | 2.6 ft @ 13s S (1.2 ft @ 17s SSW) | 10 mph W | 3 ft · Falling | 100% |
| 2:00 PM | 4.5 ft | — | 2.6 ft @ 13s S (1.4 ft @ 17s SSW) | 8 mph NW | 1.2 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 5:00 PM | 5.2 ft | — | 3 ft @ 13s S (1.6 ft @ 16s SSW) | 8 mph WNW | 3.5 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 8:00 PM | 5.2 ft | — | 3 ft @ 13s S (1.4 ft @ 17s SSW) | 3 mph SW | 5.5 ft · Falling | 99% |
| 11:00 PM | 5.2 ft | — | 3 ft @ 10s S (1.7 ft @ 12s S) | 2 mph WNW | 2.8 ft · Falling | 92% |
Carlsbad State Beach performs best on a clean west to west-northwest swell in the 3-5 foot range with light offshore winds. A medium incoming tide creates the most consistent wave faces across the multiple peaks. The long, straight coastline means it's exposed to wind, so early morning sessions before the sea breeze are essential.
Selected day: 2026-10-07 · America/Los_Angeles
