Carlsbad, CA
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Explore forecastValid Sun 5:00 PM America/Los_Angeles · Source updated Sun 4:01 PM · Computed Sun 4:22 PM · CDIP, NOAA NWS, NOAA COOPS, NOAA CO-OPS
Forecast accuracy & methodologyToday by time
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 | 2.8 ft | — | 2 ft @ 13s WSW (1.4 ft @ 6s W) | 0 mph SW | 0.8 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 5:00 AM | 2.8 ft | — | 2 ft @ 13s WSW (1.4 ft @ 6s W) | 1 mph NW | 3.3 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 8:00 AM | 3.3 ft | — | 2.4 ft @ 13s SW (1.5 ft @ 6s W) | 2 mph SSW | 4.1 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 11:00 AM | 3.7 ft | — | 2.6 ft @ 12s WSW (1.4 ft @ 6s W) | 8 mph WSW | 3.9 ft · Falling | 100% |
| 2:00 PM | 3.6 ft | — | 2.5 ft @ 12s SW (1.4 ft @ 6s W) | 5 mph W | 0.2 ft · Rising | 100% |
| 5:00 PM | 3.6 ft | — | 2.5 ft @ 12s SW (0.9 ft @ 11s WNW) | 3 mph NW | 2.5 ft · Rising | 99% |
| 8:00 PM | 3.6 ft | — | 2.8 ft @ 10s SSW (0.9 ft @ 18s SW) | 0 mph NE | 4.7 ft · Falling | 92% |
| 11:00 PM | 3.6 ft | — | 2.8 ft @ 10s SSW (0.9 ft @ 18s SW) | 5 mph SW | 2.9 ft · Falling | 91% |
West to northwest swells in the 3-5 foot range with light east or northeast winds. Mid-tide on the drop produces the most defined peaks. Ponto handles a wide swell window but tends to close out over 6 feet. Fall glassy mornings and small winter pulses are the sweet spot.
Selected day: 2026-09-27 · America/Los_Angeles