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Live conditions

Local time
07:10pm
Swell
2ft
14s
Onshore wind
On
6mph
7mph
Falling tide
Low
09:46pm
Weather
13°C
12°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 12s | 1ft 13s | On 5mph 7mph | 1ft 13s | 12°C | |
1ft 14s | 1ft 14s | On 5mph 8mph | 1ft 14s | 11°C | |
1ft 13s | 1ft 13s | On 5mph 8mph | 1ft 13s | 13°C | |
1ft 14s | 1ft 11s | On 6mph 8mph | 1ft 11s | 15°C | |
1-2ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 8mph 8mph | 1ft 11s | 16°C | |
2ft 14s | 1ft 10s | On 7mph 7mph | 1ft 10s | 14°C | |
2ft 14s | 1ft 10s | Cross 7mph 8mph | 1ft 10s | 13°C | |
2ft 14s | 1ft 12s | Cross 7mph 8mph | 1ft 12s | 12°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 13s | 0-1ft 14s | Cross 5mph 8mph | 0-1ft 14s | 15°C | |
2ft 12s | Cross 7mph 11mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
2ft 12s | Cross 8mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 11s | On 6mph 9mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 10s | Cross 4mph 9mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 10s | Cross 7mph 12mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | Off 7mph 8mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 4mph 7mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 6s | Cross 7mph 10mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Off 10mph 11mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
Flat | Off 11mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
Flat | Cross 12mph 17mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Off 17mph 21mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
Flat | Off 14mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
Flat | Off 10mph 17mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Off 18mph 23mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
Flat | Off 15mph 22mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
Flat | Off 14mph 23mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Off 17mph 22mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
Flat | Off 16mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
Flat | Cross 12mph 19mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 11s | Off 15mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 11s | Off 15mph 22mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 11s | Off 14mph 23mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 11s | 1ft 12s | Off 21mph 26mph | 1ft 12s | 15°C | |
1ft 10s | Off 20mph 26mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 10s | Off 19mph 27mph | Flat | 14°C |
Historical data
Location guide
Blackpool Sands in the United Kingdom is a surfing spot known to be breathtakingly quiet and serene. It offers a spellbinding visual treat to both visitors and surfers alike. However, it must be noted that Blackpool Sands is not synonymous with the high-powered, wave-rich surfing spots you'd encounter in other regions. The beach is typically soft and sandy, ideal for families and regular beach goers rather than hardcore surfers. The unique location of the beach, sheltered by high banks and enclosed within a bay, significantly affects the surf conditions. The waves are usually fairly small and gentle, making it more akin to a beginner’s spot. You could expect a calm and leisurely surf experience here without the extreme breaks and swells of more exposed coastlines. The tide plays a crucial role too. Conditions are generally better on a rising tide - the waves become slightly larger, though still manageable, even for novice surfers. As a surfing expert, I would recommend Blackpool Sands for a relaxed surfing day or for newcomers to garner some experience on their boards. That being said, all surfers know that the sea is a force to reckon with, and the conditions can change rapidly. So even at a moderate surfing location like Blackpool Sands, one must remain attentive, constantly aware of the changing surf and tide. Staying updated with the local surf prediction also helps to understand the best times to surf. Overall, the surfing conditions at Blackpool Sands offer a more balanced, leisure-oriented experience. While it might not provide the adrenaline rush that hardcore surfers chase, it's a splendid spot for a laid-back surf or a day at the beach with the family.