Ventura County could see even higher swells with seven to 11-foot surf. Further north, the Central Coast is looking at up to 20-foot waves. Those areas are under a high surf advisory at least through the weekend, but it could be extended with more large swells potentially moving in Monday.

They may be attractive to experienced surfers, but large waves pounding many Southern California beaches Tuesday could be hazardous to other beachgoers, prompting forecasters to warn people against wading into the treacherous waters.

High surf warnings and advisories are in effect up and down the Southern California coast through Christmas. Forecasters are calling for a chance of rain across Southern California this Christmas Eve. Mark Kriski has KTLA's forecast on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024.

Getting a new surfboard for Christmas? This will not be the week to hit the waves to learn to surf – and even experienced surfers should use extreme caution in the water. Big waves are slamming the Southern California coast this week,