Station Name: HILTON CYN C NR SANTA YNEZ CA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 702 feet / 214 meters

Nearest Address:
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Santa Barbara County

GPS Coordinates: 34.58221109, -119.9826419

Nearby Water Temperatures

High Wind Warning issued December 22 at 6:09PM PST until December 25 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Mon December 22, 2025, 6:09 PM
Expires: Tue December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM

* WHAT...South to southeast winds 25 to 40 mph with damaging gusts up to 60 mph likely. * WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Eastern Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area, San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands, Santa Clarita Valley, Santa Cruz and Anacapa Islands, and Western Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Area. * WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 3 PM PST Thursday. Winds are expected to peak in most areas Tuesday night into Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds are likely with this powerful Atmospheric River storm, with widespread downed trees and powerlines likely, as well as the potential for power outages and property damage. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The combination of strong winds and moist soils will increase the risk for downed trees.

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.

High Wind Warning issued December 22 at 6:09PM PST until December 25 at 3:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Mon December 22, 2025, 6:09 PM
Expires: Tue December 23, 2025, 2:00 PM

* WHAT...South to southeast winds 30 to 50 mph with damaging gusts up to 70 mph likely, except up to 80 mph in the mountains and foothills. * WHERE...All of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties, the mountains and foothills of Los Angeles and Ventura counties, and the Antelope Valley. * WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 3 PM PST Thursday. Winds are expected to peak in most areas Tuesday night into Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds are likely with this powerful Atmospheric River storm, with widespread downed trees and powerlines likely, as well as the potential for power outages and property damage. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Mountain roadways and passes will be especially dangerous, including the busy Interstate 5 near the Grapevine. The combination of strong winds and moist soils will increase the risk for downed trees.

Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.

Flood Watch issued December 22 at 4:53PM PST until December 25 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Mon December 22, 2025, 4:53 PM
Expires: Tue December 23, 2025, 10:00 PM

* WHAT...Significant and widespread flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be likely, with potential debris flow impacts across recent burn scars. * WHERE...For all areas of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles counties. * WHEN...From Tuesday afternoon through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...This prolonged strong Atmospheric River storm system will bring periods of heavy rain from late Tuesday into Thursday evening. Potential flooding impacts include the threat of significant and widespread urban roadway flooding, a high risk of major rock/mudslides, and rapid rises in creeks, streams, and rivers which will likely lead to swift water rescues. The recent burn scars will be at risk for debris flows, possibly damaging. These flooding impacts will likely lead to significant travel delays and road closures during this busy holiday travel period. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall with possible thunderstorms is expected with high rainfall rates, potentially exceeding one inch per hour during the peak of the event Tuesday night into Wednesday across favored south facing slopes and near thunderstorms. Another round of heavier rain and thunderstorms will be possible on Thursday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

High Surf Advisory issued December 23 at 1:08AM PST until December 27 at 11:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Tue December 23, 2025, 1:08 AM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Saturday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor to potentially isolated moderate coastal flooding for south-facing beaches especially during high tides. This is expected to occur from this evening through Thursday due to strong southerly winds.

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.

High Surf Advisory issued December 23 at 1:08AM PST until December 27 at 11:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Tue December 23, 2025, 1:08 AM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 11:00 AM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Saturday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor to potentially isolated moderate coastal flooding for south-facing beaches especially during high tides. This is expected to occur from this evening through Thursday due to strong southerly winds.

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.

High Surf Advisory issued December 23 at 7:18AM PST until December 27 at 11:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Tue December 23, 2025, 7:18 AM
Expires: Tue December 23, 2025, 3:30 PM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 9 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Saturday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor to potentially isolated moderate coastal flooding for south-facing beaches especially during high tides. This is expected to occur from this evening through Thursday due to strong southerly winds.

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.

High Surf Advisory issued December 23 at 7:18AM PST until December 27 at 11:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Tue December 23, 2025, 7:18 AM
Expires: Tue December 23, 2025, 3:30 PM

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet with dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 11 AM PST Saturday. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor to potentially isolated moderate coastal flooding for south-facing beaches especially during high tides. This is expected to occur from this evening through Thursday due to strong southerly winds.

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.