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Santa Claus Beach
Public beach · Carpinteria, California
Use caution — an official advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse 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.
- Water temp 73°F (23°C)
Live data from NOAA buoy 46053 (20 mi away), as of Oct 29, 10:00 AM UTC.
Why, sources & official advisories
- 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).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
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It’s 73°F at Santa Claus Beach now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Santa Claus Beach?
- Santa Claus Beach is a public beach in Carpinteria, California.
- What is the water temperature at Santa Claus Beach?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Santa Claus Beach in Carpinteria, California is 73°F (23°C), measured by NOAA buoy 46053, 20 miles away.
- Can you swim at Santa Claus Beach?
- 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. Checked October 29, 2026.
- How is Santa Claus Beach rated?
- Santa Claus Beach in Carpinteria, California has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 421 reviews.
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Location & Contact
005-010-025, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Carpinteria, California 93013
Phone
+1 239-315-3818🏖️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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