In effect from Thursday, Jan 01 2026 2:35 AM - Sunday, Jan 04 2026 1:00 PM
Issued by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
What:
Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
elevated surf expected. Minor coastal overflows possible due
to abnormally high tides between 6.7 and 7.5 feet and gusty
southerly winds.
Where:
Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis
Obispo County beaches.
When:
Through Sunday afternoon.
Impacts:
Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at
beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal
ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No
significant damage is expected. There is an increased risk of
ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out
to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and
capsize small boats nearshore.
Additional Details:
Peak high tides are expected between 5 am
and 9 am today, shifting to between 7 am and 11 am by Sunday.
There is a moderate chance for Coastal Flood Advisories and/or
High Surf Advisories to be issued for this weekend as another
storm system may generate strong winds accompanied by a larger
swell.
Instructions: Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or
stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly
in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
Areas Impacted:
Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands
San Luis Obispo County Beaches
Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches
Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast
Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast
Ventura County Beaches
Malibu Coast
Los Angeles County Beaches
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Beach Hazards Statement
In effect from Thursday, Jan 01 2026 12:47 AM - Sunday, Jan 04 2026 10:00 AM
Issued by NWS San Diego CA
What:
High astronomical tides in the mornings will result in
minor tidal overflow and local beach flooding.
Where:
San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
Coastal Areas.
When:
Through Sunday morning.
Impacts:
Minor tidal overflow, beach flooding, and coastal
erosion most likely during times of high tides.
Additional Details:
Predicted high tides at La Jolla: 6.7 feet
at 638 AM Thursday, 6.9 feet at 726 AM Friday, 7.0 feet at 814
AM Saturday, 6.8 feet at 901 AM Sunday.
Instructions: Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
