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Carpinteria City Beach

Carpinteria, California · Beach

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect

Use caution

As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Carpinteria City Beach is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46053, 20.7 miles away.

Use caution — an official advisory is in effect: a Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for San Luis Obispo County Beaches; Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches and other areas.

  • A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for San Luis Obispo County Beaches; Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches and other areas. — NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
  • Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy 46053, as of Oct 29, 10:00 AM UTC
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Water temp
73°F
23°C

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.

Live data from NOAA buoy 46053 (20.7 mi away), as of Oct 29, 10:00 AM UTC.

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Before you get in

  • Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
  • Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
  • Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
  • Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
  • Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.