Los Angeles, CA Surf Report for 09-17-2024

Surf Report for Los Angeles California

Hey there, beachgoers! Get ready for some gnarly updates on the surf zone forecasts in Southern California! Here's the scoop from the National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard.
Let's kick things off with Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. Starting this afternoon through Tuesday, we've got a high rip current risk to keep an eye out for. Surf heights are ranging from 3 to 5 feet with occasional sets up to 6 feet, then dropping to 2 to 4 feet. The water temperatures are looking pretty nice, between 66 to 75 degrees. And hey, watch out for those tides – we've got a Low at -0.6 feet and a High at 5.4 feet, among others. So, it's all about that west swell, folks!
Moving on to Ventura County Beaches, it's a similar story with a high rip current risk and surf heights between 3 to 5 feet, with sets to 6 feet, subsiding later on. Water temperatures here are slightly cooler, between 65 to 67 degrees. Tides are in sync with Malibu, so plan your beach day accordingly. And yes, you guessed it – it's all about that west swell vibe!
Now for Santa Barbara County and beyond, the surf heights are a bit mellower at 1 to 3 feet. Rip current risk is low, so you can breathe a bit easier. Water temps are ranging from 63 to 65 degrees, and the tides are following the rhythmic dance of the ocean. It's all about that west swell action yet again!
For those hitting up San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara Central Coast Beaches, get ready for some bigger surf heights at 3 to 6 feet. Water temperatures dipping to 53 to 55 degrees, you might want to bring that wetsuit. Tides are playing their part in the symphony of the sea, so don't forget to take note. And yes, you guessed it – west swell all the way!
Remember, folks, always keep an eye out for those rip currents and stay safe out there! This has been a Quiet Please Studios audio creation with the help of AI. Please subscribe and never miss a Swell! Thank you for listening.