Tamarack
2.5ft·intermediate
Carlsbad, CA
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Carlsbad, CA
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Explore forecastValid Sun 12:59 PM America/Los_Angeles · Computed Sun 8:02 AM
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Latest daily forecast · Sun, Sep 27 · America/Los_Angeles. Separate from the selected day above.
| Time | Surf | Quiver callSign in | Swell | Wind | Tide | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | 4.1 ft | — | 2.4 ft @ 14s SSW (1.4 ft @ 6s WNW) | 2 mph SE | 0.8 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 5:00 AM | 3.7 ft | — | 2.1 ft @ 14s S (1.4 ft @ 6s WNW) | 2 mph S | 1.7 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 8:00 AM | 3.7 ft | — | 2.1 ft @ 14s S (1.4 ft @ 6s WNW) | 3 mph ESE | 4.2 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 11:00 AM | 3.7 ft | — | 3.5 ft @ 11s SSW (1.5 ft @ 6s W) | 9 mph WNW | 4.8 ft · Falling | 92% |
| 2:00 PM | 3.6 ft | — | 3.4 ft @ 11s SSW (1.3 ft @ 6s WNW) | 5 mph W | 2 ft · Falling | 91% |
| 5:00 PM | 3.5 ft | — | 3.3 ft @ 11s SSW (1.1 ft @ 7s WNW) | 5 mph W | 1 ft · Rising | 89% |
| 8:00 PM | 3.3 ft | — | 3.2 ft @ 11s SSW (1 ft @ 7s WNW) | 5 mph W | 3.2 ft · Rising | 88% |
| 11:00 PM | 3.2 ft | — | 3.1 ft @ 11s SSW (0.9 ft @ 12s W) | 5 mph W | 4.1 ft · Falling | 86% |
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: 2026-09-27 · America/Los_Angeles
