Tomorrow's surf forecast

Carlsbad State Beach surf forecast for Thursday, August 13, 2026

Surf: 3-4 ft
Best window: 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
Verdict: YES
Score: 89/100
Confidence: 89/100
Primary swell: 2 ft @ 14s SSW
Secondary swell: 2 ft @ 8s W
Wind: 5 mph SW onshore
Tide: 2.5ft rising next high

Why: Rising tide with 3.4 ft swell energy.

Forecast valid at Thu 11:00 AM (America/Los_Angeles).

Source data updated: Wed 8:00 PM.

Quiver computed this answer: Wed 9:04 PM.

Contributing sources: CDIP, NOAA NWS, NOAA COOPS, NOAA CO-OPS.

FIELD GUIDE · CARLSBAD

Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad, CA

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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.

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