Station Name: WEST SANTA BARBARA 38 NM West of Santa Barbara, CA
Station Type: Other
Data Source: National Data Buoy Center

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
Offshore
Gaviota, CA 93117
Santa Barbara County

GPS Coordinates: 34.274, -120.468

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 1:13AM PST until February 20 at 7:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:13 AM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:30 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches for 3500 to 4500 feet elevation including the Grapevine of the Interstate-5 Corridor possible. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches above 4500 feet elevation possible. Wind gusts of up to 60 to 70 mph possible this afternoon through late tonight, and again late Wednesday night into Thursday morning. * WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor, Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, and Southern Ventura County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could become treacherous. Visibilities may drop below one-quarter mile due to falling and blowing snow.

If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

High Wind Warning issued February 19 at 1:12AM PST until February 19 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:12 AM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected, strongest in the mountains and Antelope Valley. * WHERE...Antelope Valley, Cuyama Valley, San Luis Obispo County Interior Valleys, San Luis Obispo County Mountains, and Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive.

Wind Advisory issued February 19 at 1:12AM PST until February 19 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:12 AM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...All coasts and valleys in southwest California. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

High Surf Advisory issued February 19 at 1:41AM PST until February 20 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:41 AM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet and dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.

Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.

Beach Hazards Statement issued February 19 at 1:41AM PST until February 20 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu February 19, 2026, 1:41 AM
Expires: Thu February 19, 2026, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...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.

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.