Rincon - Indicator

Carpinteria, California

SELECT DAY

12AM6AM12PM6PM11PM
4:00 AM America/Los_Angeles
Surf Quality:
FAIR

Current Conditions

FAIR
Fair conditions - still worth a paddle. Tiny waves under 1ft with quality 12s ground swell but getting breezy at 11kt Note: winds from NE would be better.

🌬️ WIND

N
E
S
W
11
kt

🌊 SWELL

N
E
S
W
0.6
ft
🌊
Swell Height
0.6ft
🌊
Swell Period
12s
πŸ’¨
Wind Speed
11kt
🌑️
Air Temp
28Β°C
πŸ’¨
Wind Gusts
16kt
🌧️
Precipitation
0mm
🌊
Secondary Swell
0.4ft @ 6s

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πŸ“ Local Knowledge

Rincon Point – Indicator in Ventura County is a fairly exposed point break renowned for its very consistent surf during the winter months, though it tends to go flat in summer. It performs best when a west swell meets offshore winds from the northeast, delivering long, well-shaped rides primarily fueled by groundswells. Unlike other nearby sections, Indicator holds up well across all tide stages, offering more flexibility for timing your session. This iconic break is often crowded when it’s working, and surfers should be mindful of hazards including rocks, localism, and occasional shark sightings. The best conditions typically occur in winter, with January being the prime month for clean, rideable waves.

Best Swell: SW
Bottom: Sand/Rocks

Ideal Conditions

Swell: W
Wind: NE

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