Local weather forecast

Weather in Carlsbad, CA

Updated 2026-09-26 06:45 local time · ZIP codes 92008, 92009, 92010, 92011

Overcast
Now72°F

Overcast

High / Low75° / 72°
Rain chance17%
Wind2 mph
Weather alerts

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Beach Hazards Statement issued September 25 at 8:48PM PDT until September 30 at 4:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA

* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets up to 6 feet through next Tuesday. Astronomical tides of 6.0-6.5 feet through Sunday, rising to 6.5-7.0 feet Monday through Wednesday leading to minor tidal overflow. * WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties. * WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will approach 7.0 feet each morning Monday through Wednesday. These water levels in combination with elevated surf provides a window for moderate coastal flooding on Monday and Tuesday, especially along south and southwest-facing beaches.

Safety instructions

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast72°22% rain
8 AMOvercast74°20% rain
9 AMOvercast74°18% rain
10 AMOvercast75°17% rain
11 AMOvercast75°16% rain
12 PMOvercast75°16% rain
1 PMSunny75°7% rain
2 PMPartly Cloudy75°9% rain
3 PMSunny75°6% rain
4 PMSunny75°6% rain
5 PMCloudy75°14% rain
6 PMOvercast74°20% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
75° 72°Overcast
Rain 17%Gust 11 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Sunny
74° 70°Sunny
Rain 10%Gust 11 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Sunny
70° 68°Sunny
Rain 4%Gust 12 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like77°F
Humidity78%
Pressure29.84 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind2 mph NNW
Wind gusts2 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:40 AM
Sunset06:41 PM
Moonrise06:37 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour10 AM · 75°F
Coolest hour3 AM · 72°F
Highest rain chance8 PM · 23%
Strongest gusts1 PM · 20 mph
Recent change

Today vs yesterday in Carlsbad

Forecast high75°F -5°
Forecast low72°F +6°
Rain chance17% +17 pts
YesterdayPartly cloudy
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 21%).

Light layers should work

It feels like 77°F with winds near 2 mph.

Best window: 3 PM

75°F, 6% rain chance and 11 mph wind.

Driving conditions look generally normal

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 20 mph.

Good conditions for an easy run

Current temperature is 72°F, wind 2 mph, rain chance up to 21%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Carlsbad

California weather varies from cool marine conditions along parts of the Pacific coast to hot inland valleys, deserts and snowy mountain climates. Short distances can produce large temperature differences.

Carlsbad is part of the West weather region. The forecast point is near 33.16°N latitude and 117.35°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.

Carlsbad weather today

Overcast and 72°F in Carlsbad, CA. Today's high is 75°F with a 17% rain chance. Winds are around 2 mph with gusts near 2 mph. Relative humidity is 78%, pressure is 29.84 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Carlsbad

Sunrise is at 06:40 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 74°F and a low near 70°F. The maximum rain chance is 10%.

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