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Live conditions

Local time
12:34am
Swell
1ft
10s
Offshore wind
Off
6mph
7mph
Rising tide
High
03:23am
Weather
10°C
9°C
6/5mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 8s | 9°C | |
2ft 10s | 0-1ft 7s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 0-1ft 7s | 10°C | |
2ft 10s | 0-1ft 8s | Off 4mph 4mph | 0-1ft 8s | 11°C | |
2ft 10s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 6mph 7mph | 0-1ft 9s | 12°C | |
2ft 10s | Cross 8mph 9mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
1ft 10s | Cross 7mph 10mph | Flat | 12°C | ||
1ft 10s | Off 6mph 7mph | Flat | 11°C | ||
1ft 10s | Off 6mph 7mph | Flat | 10°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 10s | Cross 15mph 24mph | Flat | 12°C | ||
1ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 14mph 24mph | 1ft 8s | 12°C | |
1ft 11s | 0-1ft 6s | Off 12mph 24mph | 0-1ft 6s | 12°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | Off 13mph 24mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
1ft 9s | Cross 13mph 26mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
1ft 9s | Cross 12mph 26mph | Flat | 13°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 0-1ft 13s | Cross 18mph 33mph | 0-1ft 13s | 13°C | |
1ft 8s | Cross 19mph 34mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
1ft 8s | Cross 17mph 35mph | Flat | 13°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 13mph 20mph | 0-1ft 9s | 12°C | |
1ft 9s | 1ft 11s | Cross 13mph 22mph | 1ft 11s | 12°C | |
2ft 10s | 0-1ft 12s | Cross 10mph 20mph | 0-1ft 12s | 12°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3ft 10s | 1ft 10s | Cross 10mph 16mph | 1ft 10s | 12°C | |
2-3ft 10s | 1ft 12s | Cross 10mph 18mph | 1ft 12s | 13°C | |
2ft 8s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 7mph 13mph | 1-2ft 10s | 13°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 9s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 12mph 21mph | 0-1ft 10s | 13°C | |
2ft 8s | 1ft 10s | Cross 12mph 23mph | 1ft 10s | 13°C | |
2ft 8s | 1ft 10s | Cross 11mph 23mph | 1ft 10s | 13°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 6s | 1ft 8s | On 9mph 12mph | 1ft 8s | 12°C 0.08mm/h | |
1-2ft 7s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 8mph 9mph | 0-1ft 10s | 12°C | |
1ft 7s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 6mph 7mph | 0-1ft 10s | 12°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 7s | Off 10mph 16mph | Flat | 13°C 0.08mm/h | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 10mph 18mph | Flat | 13°C 0.05mm/h | ||
1-2ft 7s | Cross 8mph 21mph | Flat | 13°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.