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Live conditions

Local time
11:35am
Swell
Flat
Onshore wind
On
18mph
26mph
Falling tide
Low
02:06pm
Weather
14°C
14°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots


10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 7s | On 19mph 29mph | Flat | 12°C | ||
1-2ft 5s | Cross 19mph 31mph | Flat | 12°C | ||
Flat | On 19mph 30mph | Flat | 13°C | ||
Flat | On 19mph 28mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
0-1ft 4s | On 15mph 23mph | Flat | 14°C 0.09mm/h | ||
1-2ft 4s | Cross 13mph 22mph | Flat | 13°C 0.2mm/h | ||
2ft 5s | On 15mph 26mph | Flat | 12°C 0.09mm/h | ||
1-2ft 6s | On 19mph 31mph | Flat | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 6s | Cross 9mph 16mph | Flat | 12°C 0.35mm/h | ||
1-2ft 7s | Cross 11mph 16mph | Flat | 12°C 0.18mm/h | ||
0-1ft 11s | On 11mph 17mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0-1ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 25mph 32mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C 0.27mm/h | |
1ft 11s | 1-2ft 5s | Cross 29mph 41mph | 1-2ft 5s | 13°C 0.48mm/h | |
0-1ft 10s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 31mph 46mph | 0-1ft 4s | 14°C 0.85mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0-3ft 5s | Cross 28mph 40mph | Flat | 14°C 0.26mm/h | ||
3-4ft 10s | 0-1ft 8s | On 22mph 33mph | 0-1ft 8s | 14°C 0.15mm/h | |
1-3ft 8s | 1ft 11s | On 18mph 29mph | 1ft 11s | 14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 5s | 3-4ft 8s | Cross 29mph 42mph | 3-4ft 8s | 12°C 0.14mm/h | |
1ft 7s | 2-3ft 7s | Cross 31mph 44mph | 2-3ft 7s | 12°C 0.08mm/h | |
1-3ft 8s | 1-2ft 8s | Cross 28mph 39mph | 1-2ft 8s | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2-4ft 8s | Cross 22mph 32mph | Flat | 10°C 0.07mm/h | ||
1ft 4s | Cross 23mph 33mph | Flat | 11°C 0.1mm/h | ||
1ft 6s | Cross 20mph 31mph | Flat | 10°C 0.1mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | 1-2ft 14s | On 16mph 24mph | 1-2ft 14s | 13°C | |
0-1ft 9s | On 17mph 25mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
1-2ft 15s | 0-1ft 8s | On 18mph 29mph | 0-1ft 8s | 14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | 1ft 8s | Cross 25mph 35mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C 1.19mm/h | |
1ft 18s | Cross 24mph 32mph | Flat | 13°C 1.06mm/h | ||
2-4ft 16s | 0-1ft 12s | Cross 22mph 31mph | 0-1ft 12s | 13°C 1.3mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5ft 14s | 1ft 7s | On 12mph 19mph | 1ft 7s | 12°C | |
5ft 15s | 1ft 6s | On 15mph 19mph | 1ft 6s | 13°C | |
5ft 15s | 1ft 7s | On 13mph 20mph | 1ft 7s | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1-3ft 10s | 0-1ft 5s | On 28mph 40mph | 0-1ft 5s | 13°C 0.13mm/h | |
0-2ft 5s | 1ft 10s | Cross 32mph 46mph | 1ft 10s | 13°C 0.83mm/h | |
2-4ft 12s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 33mph 50mph | 1-2ft 10s | 14°C 1.85mm/h |
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.