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aberystwyth Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:11am

Swell

1ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

6mph

10mph

Rising tide

High

01:38pm

Weather

2°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 5mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	3°C
1ft 7s		Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	3°C
1ft 5s		Cross 7mph 12mph	Flat	2°C
1ft 6s		Cross 5mph 7mph	Flat	3°C
0-1ft 7s		Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	5°C
Flat		On 3mph 3mph	Flat	4°C
Flat		Cross 2mph 4mph	Flat	3°C
Flat		Cross 4mph 7mph	Flat	3°C

Today 18 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 9s		On 14mph 18mph	Flat	6°C 0.08mm/h
1-2ft 5s	0-1ft 8s	On 19mph 25mph	0-1ft 8s	7°C 0.25mm/h
1ft 7s	0-1ft 5s	On 20mph 28mph	0-1ft 5s	7°C 0.44mm/h

Tommorrow 19 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 13mph 26mph	0-1ft 11s	4°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 7s		Cross 12mph 23mph	Flat	4°C 0.13mm/h
Flat		Cross 10mph 19mph	Flat	3°C 0.18mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 10mph 18mph	Flat	3°C
Flat	Cross 12mph 19mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 14mph	Flat	4°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 10mph 16mph	Flat	6°C 0.12mm/h
Flat	Cross 12mph 19mph	Flat	7°C 0.25mm/h
Flat	Cross 13mph 27mph	Flat	6°C 0.66mm/h

Saturday 22 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-5ft 8s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 14mph 29mph	0-1ft 11s	10°C 2.58mm/h
4-5ft 9s	1ft 7s	Cross 24mph 32mph	1ft 7s	9°C 2.37mm/h
3ft 9s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 30mph 41mph	0-1ft 9s	8°C 1.2mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	On 14mph 20mph	Flat	8°C 0.22mm/h
1ft 8s	On 14mph 19mph	Flat	8°C 0.25mm/h
1ft 9s	Cross 11mph 16mph	Flat	8°C 0.25mm/h

Monday 24 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 8mph 14mph	0-1ft 7s	7°C
1-2ft 6s		Cross 12mph 25mph	Flat	10°C
2-3ft 6s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 13mph 29mph	0-1ft 12s	10°C 0.06mm/h

Tuesday 25 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	0-1ft 6s	On 23mph 31mph	0-1ft 6s	8°C 0.1mm/h
2ft 10s	1ft 10s	On 24mph 31mph	1ft 10s	8°C 0.28mm/h
2ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	On 25mph 32mph	1-2ft 11s	8°C 0.52mm/h

Wednesday 26 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 30mph 39mph	1ft 12s	7°C 0.69mm/h
1-2ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 29mph 38mph	1ft 10s	8°C 0.6mm/h
2-3ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 21mph 29mph	1ft 8s	8°C 0.48mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Aberystwyth, located on the beautiful rugged coast of Wales in the United Kingdom, boasts a scenic beach which appeals to numerous tourists, especially surfers. Despite not being renowned internationally as a top surfing destination, Aberystwyth offers a moderate surfing experience with several attractive features that engaged surfers might find enticing. The primary surfing spot here is the South Beach, a sandy stretch which is sheltered from the prevailing southwesterly winds. This enables an enjoyable surfing experience, as it typically produces clean, steady waves suitable for novices who need a safe and stable environment to learn the ropes. However, the sea can sometimes become a bit more challenging when swell and wind conditions are right, providing thrill for intermediate surfers. Generally, Aberystwyth catches the Atlantic swells that roll in, best between the months of September to April. During this period, the swell is consistent with varying sizes, often reaching about 6 to 8 feet, which is considered decent for the British coast. Nevertheless, the waves can occasionally reach the height of 10 feet or more during strong storm conditions. It is crucial to be mindful about the tides, as Aberystwyth's coastline is extremely tidal. The best time to surf is usually two hours before and after high tide. Surfing outside these hours usually means negotiating rocky entries and exits, which can be challenging and risky. Further adding to the appeal, this area served with good facilities for surfers. Shops offering rental gear span the beachfront, and plenty of surf instruction schools are present to assist beginners. Even for seasoned surfers needing to replace or repair equipment, there are facilities available. In conclusion, while Aberystwyth might not be the first location seasoned surfers think of, it is an accessible, well-serviced, and enjoyable spot to catch some waves, especially for those just starting their surfing journey or intermediate surfers looking for a leisurely ride.