Water Temperature of Hilton Canyon Creek in Santa Ynez, CA

Current Water Temperature

55.4°F

Measurement Time: Tuesday, December 1, 2015, 3:45 PM PST

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Local Points of Interest

Bradbury Dam; Cachuma Lake

Hilton Canyon Creek

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

Elevation Above Sea Level: 702 feet

Nearest Address:
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
Santa Barbara County

GPS Coordinates: 34.58221109, -119.9826419

Nearby Water Temperatures

Santa Ynez River, Santa Ynez, CA (0.6 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Santa Ynez, CA (2.7 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Solvang, CA (9.2 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Barbara, CA (25 mi)
Santa Ynez River, Lompoc, CA (25.4 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Gaviota, CA (34.9 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Lompoc, CA (46.3 mi)
San Luis Obispo Bay, Avila Beach, CA (59.6 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Cruz Island, CA (61 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica, CA (78.4 mi)
Pacific Ocean, Santa Maria, CA (87 mi)
Los Angeles River, Encino, CA (89.1 mi)
Los Angeles River, Sherman Oaks, CA (91.2 mi)
Santa Monica Bay, Santa Monica, CA (93.5 mi)
Pacific Ocean, San Nicolas Island, CA (94.4 mi)

Weather for Santa Ynez, California

Current Weather

52.3°F
Sunny
Sunny
49.7°F
49.8°F
37%
N 7.6 mph
8.8 mph
44°F
33.8°F
0 in
0%
9 mi
1020 mbar
0

Five Day Weather Forecast

Sunny
Thu
H: 55°F
L: 42°F
Sunny
Fri
H: 56°F
L: 41°F
Sunny
Sat
H: 65°F
L: 45°F
Sunny
Sun
H: 69°F
L: 50°F
Sunny
Mon
H: 73°F
L: 49°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 8.05 μg/m3
PM10: 28.95 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 140.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.65 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.65 μg/m3
Ozone: 53 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:06 AM
Sunset: 5:06 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 59 mins
Moonrise: 11:04 PM
Moon Transit: 4:23 AM
Moonset: 10:33 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 68.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:53 AM - 6:23 AM
12:07 AM - 2:37 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10:03 AM - 11:33 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

High Surf Advisory issued January 8 at 2:03AM PST until January 9 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 2:03 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 2:15 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...Until 9 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest surf and swell will likely occur on west and northwest facing shores.

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.


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 8 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches and Santa Barbara County Inland Central Coast. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 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, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet soils will increase the likelihood of damage due to fallen trees.

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


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 8 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * 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, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet soils will increase the likelihood of damage due to fallen trees.

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


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 8 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible. * WHERE...Santa Ynez Valley. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 9 PM PST this evening. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet soils will increase the likelihood of damage due to fallen trees.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Freeze Watch issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 9 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 18 possible. * WHERE...Cuyama Valley, Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills, and Ojai Valley. * WHEN...From late tonight through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...May be extended through Saturday morning.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Freeze Watch issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 9 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. For the Freeze Watch, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible. * WHERE...Santa Ynez Valley. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 9 PM PST this evening. For the Freeze Watch, from late tonight through Friday morning. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet soils will increase the likelihood of damage due to fallen trees.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern San Fernando Valley, Lake Casitas, Los Angeles County Beaches, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Palos Verdes Hills, and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 8 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, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees.

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


High Wind Warning issued January 8 at 12:37AM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:37 AM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...North winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. * WHERE...Interstate 5 Corridor, Northern Ventura County Mountains, Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains, Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range, and Southern Ventura County Mountains. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PST this evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines and recently saturated soils will increase this risk. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of blowing snow and low visibilities may impact Frazier Park and the Tejon Pass.

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 January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Interior Mountains and Santa Ynez Mountains Eastern Range. * WHEN...Until 8 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.


Freeze Warning issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 9 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Fri January 9, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected. * WHERE...Cuyama Valley, Eastern Antelope Valley Foothills, and Ojai Valley. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Fri January 9, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 expected. * WHERE...Santa Ynez Valley. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM PST this evening. For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches and Santa Barbara County Inland Central Coast. * WHEN...Until 8 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, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees.

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


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern San Fernando Valley, Lake Casitas, Los Angeles County Beaches, Los Angeles County Inland Coast including Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles County San Gabriel Valley, Palos Verdes Hills, and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN...Until 8 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.


Wind Advisory issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 8 at 8:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Thu January 8, 2026, 8:00 PM

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Ynez Mountains Western Range. * WHEN...Until 8 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, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees.

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


Freeze Warning issued January 8 at 3:35PM PST until January 9 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 3:35 PM
Expires: Fri January 9, 2026, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 29 expected. * WHERE...Santa Ynez Valley. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 PM PST this evening. For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result, and recently saturated soils will increase the risk of downed trees. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.


High Surf Advisory issued January 8 at 12:04PM PST until January 9 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Effective: Thu January 8, 2026, 12:04 PM
Expires: Fri January 9, 2026, 6:00 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...Until 9 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The highest surf and swell will likely occur on west and northwest facing shores.

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.
Thursday, January 8, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
54.9°F
42.1°F
47.7°F
64%
0 in
0%
0%
11.9 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.78 μg/m3
PM10: 8.76 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 145.25 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 3.07 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.69 μg/m3
Ozone: 73.64 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:06 AM
Sunset: 5:06 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 59 mins
Moonrise: 11:04 PM
Moon Transit: 4:23 AM
Moonset: 10:33 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 68.7%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:53 AM - 6:23 AM
12:07 AM - 2:37 PM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10:03 AM - 11:33 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Friday, January 9, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
56.3°F
40.5°F
47.2°F
49%
0 in
0%
0%
6.9 mph
0.5


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.21 μg/m3
PM10: 16.12 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 141.21 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 4.69 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.63 μg/m3
Ozone: 65.64 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 5:07 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs mins
Moonrise: 12:04 AM
Moon Transit: 5:04 AM
Moonset: 10:57 AM
Moon Phase: Waning Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 57.8%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

4:34 AM - 7:04 AM
12:48 AM - 3:18 PM

Minor Periods

10:27 AM - 11:57 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Saturday, January 10, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
65.1°F
45.3°F
52.9°F
35%
0 in
0%
0%
6 mph
0.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.07 μg/m3
PM10: 6.89 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 140.57 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 6.7 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.69 μg/m3
Ozone: 57.88 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:07 AM
Sunset: 5:08 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 1 mins
Moonrise: 12:03 AM
Moon Transit: 5:46 AM
Moonset: 11:21 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 46.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

5:16 AM - 7:46 AM
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Minor Periods

10:51 AM - 12:21 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
68.7°F
49.8°F
55.3°F
33%
0 in
0%
0%
6.5 mph
0.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 4.45 μg/m3
PM10: 5.88 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 154.25 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 7.15 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.46 μg/m3
Ozone: 56.6 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:08 AM
Sunset: 5:09 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 2 mins
Moonrise: 1:01 AM
Moon Transit: 6:27 AM
Moonset: 11:48 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 35.3%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

5:57 AM - 8:27 AM
2:12 PM - 4:42 PM

Minor Periods

11:18 AM - 12:48 AM
12:31 AM - 2:01 AM

Action Rating: 3 out of 5

Monday, January 12, 2026

Weather Forecast

Sunny
72.8°F
48.8°F
57.1°F
36%
0 in
0%
0%
5.8 mph
0.6


Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.31 μg/m3
PM10: 6.73 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 188.58 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 9.9 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 1.56 μg/m3
Ozone: 49.92 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:07 AM
Sun Transit: 12:08 AM
Sunset: 5:10 PM
Daylight: 10 hrs 3 mins
Moonrise: 2:00 AM
Moon Transit: 7:11 AM
Moonset: 12:18 AM
Moon Phase: Last Quarter
Moon Illumination: 25.0%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

6:41 AM - 9:11 AM
2:56 PM - 5:26 PM

Minor Periods

11:48 AM - 1:18 PM
1:30 AM - 3:00 AM

Action Rating: 4 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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