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blackpool Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
01:52am

Swell

Flat

Onshore wind

9mph

11mph

Falling tide

Low

05:31am

Weather

16°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 4s	Cross 11mph 13mph	0-1ft 4s	16°C
Flat		Cross 15mph 21mph	Flat	15°C 0.57mm/h
Flat		Cross 24mph 38mph	Flat	17°C 1.84mm/h
0-1ft 4s		On 34mph 46mph	Flat	18°C 1.93mm/h
Flat		On 34mph 43mph	Flat	17°C 0.67mm/h
Flat		On 28mph 37mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h
Flat		On 28mph 35mph	Flat	16°C
Flat		On 27mph 32mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 28mph 31mph	Flat	15°C 0.08mm/h
Flat		On 22mph 28mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 5s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 20mph 27mph	0-1ft 4s	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 6mph 6mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 16mph 18mph	Flat	17°C 0.06mm/h
Flat	Cross 17mph 20mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	On 12mph 15mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 3s	Cross 14mph 15mph	Flat	16°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 3s	On 15mph 18mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 5s	On 16mph 20mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 18mph 23mph	Flat	17°C 0.06mm/h
0-1ft 3s	Cross 24mph 31mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/h
Flat	Cross 16mph 23mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 5s	On 8mph 10mph	0-1ft 5s	17°C
Flat		Cross 4mph 6mph	Flat	17°C
Flat		Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	On 7mph 10mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 4s	Cross 2mph 5mph	Flat	17°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 5mph 4mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	Cross 7mph 7mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 9mph	Flat	20°C

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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.