Sandbox Surf Report & Forecast
Encinitas, California
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🌬️ WIND
N
E
S
W
5
kt
kt
🌊 SWELL
N
E
S
W
1.9
ft
ft
SWELL
HEIGHT
HEIGHT
1.9ft
SWELL
PERIOD
PERIOD
16s
WIND GUSTS
5kt
AIR TEMP
17°C
SECONDARY
SWELL
SWELL
0.9ft @
12s
12s
PRECIPITATION
0.1mm
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📊 7-Day Detailed Forecast
Expandable daily forecasts with hourly details| Time | Quality | Swell Height | Period | Swell Dir | Wind Speed | Wind Dir | Gusts | Air Temp | Water Temp | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | FAIR | 1.8ft | 17s | SSW | 7kt | W | 7kt | 18°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 AM | FAIR | 1.8ft | 17s | SSW | 6kt | WNW | 6kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 2:00 AM | GOOD | 1.9ft | 17s | SSW | 5kt | WNW | 5kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 3:00 AM | GOOD | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 4kt | WNW | 4kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 4:00 AM | GOOD | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 5kt | WNW | 5kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 5:00 AM | POOR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | WNW | 6kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 6:00 AM | POOR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 7kt | WNW | 7kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0.1mm |
| 7:00 AM | POOR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | WNW | 6kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0.1mm |
| 8:00 AM | POOR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | WNW | 5kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0.1mm |
| 9:00 AM | FAIR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | WNW | 5kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0.1mm |
| 10:00 AM | FAIR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 5kt | WNW | 5kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0.1mm |
| 11:00 AM | GOOD | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 5kt | W | 4kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0mm |
| 12:00 PM | GOOD | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 4kt | W | 4kt | 17°C | 18°C | 0mm |
| 1:00 PM | FAIR | 1.9ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | W | 5kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 2:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 8kt | W | 7kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 3:00 PM | FAIR | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 9kt | W | 9kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 4:00 PM | FAIR | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 8kt | W | 8kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 5:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 7kt | W | 7kt | 17°C | 19°C | 0mm |
| 6:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | W | 7kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
| 7:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 6kt | WSW | 6kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
| 8:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 5kt | WSW | 6kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
| 9:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 16s | SSW | 5kt | WSW | 5kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
| 10:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 15s | SSW | 5kt | WSW | 5kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
| 11:00 PM | GOOD | 2ft | 15s | SSW | 5kt | WSW | 5kt | 17°C | 20°C | 0mm |
Sunday
Apr 12POOR5 good hours
🌊 1.9-2.1ft 💨 5-14kt 🌡️ 16-17°C
Monday
Apr 13POOR2 good hours
🌊 1.8-2.0ft 💨 8-12kt 🌡️ 15-16°C
Tuesday
Apr 14GOOD10 good hours
🌊 1.4-2.1ft 💨 3-9kt 🌡️ 16-17°C
Wednesday
Apr 15FAIR2 excellent hours
🌊 1.2-2.1ft 💨 1-8kt 🌡️ 16-17°C
Thursday
Apr 16FAIRCheck individual hours
🌊 1.4-1.8ft 💨 4-12kt 🌡️ 16-17°C
Friday
Apr 17FAIR7 good hours
🌊 1.3-2.4ft 💨 4-8kt 🌡️ 15-18°C
Forecast Summary
Best Day:Check forecast for optimal conditions
Average Swell:2.0ft @ 15s
Wind Conditions:4-14kt W
Water Temperature:18-20°C
Local Knowledge & Surf Guide
Local Knowledge
Sandbox in San Diego County is an exposed beach break that is often working, with the best conditions occurring in summer when west-northwest swells align with offshore winds from the east. The break offers both left and right-hand waves and is typically best around mid tide. Though it can sometimes get crowded, the most consistent clean waves are found in winter, especially in January. Hazards include crowds and rocks.
Best Swell Direction: W
Bottom Type: Sand
Location: Town: Encinitas | County: San Diego County | State: California | Country: United States | Postcode: 92024 | Road: Neptune Avenue | Full Address: 158, Neptune Avenue, Encinitas, San Diego County, California, 92024, United States
Ideal Conditions
This spot performs best under these specific conditions. Forecasts take these into account when rating surf quality.
Ideal Swell DirectionWNW
Ideal Wind DirectionE
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