Heat Advisory in Effect for Santa Barbara County Coast Until 6 PM Friday
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Heat Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, in effect from 9:20 PM Thursday, September 10, 2026, until 6 PM Friday, September 11, 2026.
3 reports on this incident · first at Sep 11, 2026, 12:28 a.m. ET
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Sep 11, 2026, 12:32 a.m. ET
Weather Service Warns Heat Advisory Could Cause Heat Illnesses Along Santa Barbara County Coast
The National Weather Service Los Angeles says the heat expected along the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast may cause heat illnesses, and that gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, could bring down tree limbs and may result in a few power outages.
The Heat Advisory is in effect until 6 PM PDT Friday, September 11, 2026, according to the Weather Service. The advisory covers Jalama Beach, Gaviota, El Capitan State Beach and Refugio State Beach, and was issued at 21:20 on September 10, 2026.
The Weather Service says high temperatures of up to 92 degrees and very warm overnight lows are expected, along with northwest Sundowner winds of 15-30 mph and gusts of 35-45 mph. Local gusts to 50 mph are possible near Gaviota and Refugio.
The Weather Service advises securing outdoor objects and using extra caution while driving, especially in high profile vehicles, because winds this strong can make driving difficult. It also advises drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors.
Sep 11, 2026, 12:28 a.m. ETFirst report
Heat Advisory Issued for Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Heat Advisory for the Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, according to the agency's advisory record. The advisory took effect at 9:20 PM PDT on Thursday, September 10, 2026, and expires at 6 PM PDT on Friday, September 11, 2026.
The advisory record states that high temperatures may reach up to 92 degrees, with very warm overnight lows. Northwest Sundowner winds of 15-30 mph with gusts of 35-45 mph are expected, with local gusts to 50 mph near Gaviota and Refugio. The affected areas include Jalama Beach, Gaviota, El Capitan State Beach, and Refugio State Beach.
According to the advisory, gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects, tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
The National Weather Service advises securing outdoor objects and using extra caution while driving, especially in high-profile vehicles. The agency also recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. The advisory covers 8 zones.
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