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blackpool Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
10:36pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

28mph

39mph

Falling tide

Low

12:09am

Weather

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s		Cross 17mph 20mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 5s		Cross 14mph 16mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 4s		On 9mph 10mph	Flat	8°C
Flat		Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	0-1ft 3s	Cross 16mph 21mph	0-1ft 3s	7°C
Flat		Cross 23mph 31mph	Flat	8°C 0.38mm/h
1ft 5s		Cross 28mph 37mph	Flat	8°C 1.25mm/h
1ft 6s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 28mph 39mph	0-1ft 7s	9°C 0.99mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 26mph	Flat	10°C 0.3mm/h
0-1ft 6s	Cross 26mph 42mph	Flat	11°C 1.04mm/h
Flat	On 37mph 54mph	Flat	11°C 0.91mm/h

Tommorrow 06 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		On 14mph 16mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 4s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 15mph 17mph	0-1ft 4s	8°C 0.38mm/h
1ft 4s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 25mph 31mph	0-1ft 5s	6°C 1mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 35mph 42mph	Flat	7°C 0.21mm/h
Flat	Cross 32mph 39mph	Flat	7°C 0.12mm/h
Flat	Cross 28mph 35mph	Flat	7°C 0.13mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 20mph 32mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 24mph 39mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 23mph 39mph	Flat	7°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 21mph 34mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	Cross 20mph 31mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	Cross 19mph 28mph	Flat	8°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	5°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 9mph 9mph	Flat	6°C
Flat		Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	7°C 0.12mm/h
0-1ft 4s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 16mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	7°C 0.13mm/h

Thursday 12 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	1ft 5s	Cross 16mph 18mph	1ft 5s	8°C 0.08mm/h
0-1ft 5s	1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 6s	8°C 0.18mm/h
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 11mph 14mph	1ft 5s	7°C 0.31mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 14mph 16mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	On 14mph 16mph	Flat	7°C 0.15mm/h
Flat	On 15mph 18mph	Flat	7°C 0.58mm/h

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Location guide

Surfing in Blackpool, United Kingdom, offers a special challenge due to its unique coastal qualities. Located on the North western coast of England, Blackpool can provide some good beaches for wave riding, but it's not quite the haven that tropical locales like Hawaii or Australia might be. As a surfer, it's vital to understand that the wave quality ultimately depends on the weather conditions. Due to its geographical location, the North Sea can be quite temperamental and unpredictable. Surf conditions can vary greatly from day to day, so it's essential to check the surf report ahead of a visit. Due to the strong tidal magnetic field, Blackpool's tides are on the higher spectrum, which can affect the swells' patterns and sizes on the beach. The ideal surfing conditions usually occur during or after a storm, when strong winds blow from the west across the Irish Sea. This creates larger waves that can be suitable for surfing. While Blackpool is not a year-round destination for surfing, winter often provides the most promising conditions. The chilly water temperatures can be intense, but those brave enough to don a wetsuit and face the icy waters may get rewarded with some thrilling waves in the right conditions. In terms of the beaches itself, Blackpool has a sandy and flat beach landscape, with occasional sections of pebble and shingle. At low tide, it can be a considerable walk to get to water's edge. So timing your surf around the tide is critical to avoid dragging your board too far. Lastly, Blackpool's beaches are populated and buzzing with tourists and locals alike during the summer months or on sunny days. It's not uncommon to share the sea with swimmers, sailors, paddle-boarders and other sea enthusiasts, making it essential to be considerate and share the waves peacefully. To sum it up, Blackpool offers a different kind of surfing experience. The keen and patient surfer, willing to face the colder, challenging conditions, might be rewarded with some excellent surf sessions.