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Live conditions

Local time
02:52am
Swell
1ft
10s
Onshore wind
On
15mph
27mph
Rising tide
High
04:44am
Weather
15°C
14°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 10s | 1ft 8s | On 15mph 27mph | 1ft 8s | 15°C | |
1ft 12s | On 15mph 24mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
2-5ft 9s | 0-1ft 10s | On 11mph 15mph | 0-1ft 10s | 16°C | |
4ft 8s | 1ft 13s | Cross 9mph 10mph | 1ft 13s | 16°C | |
3-4ft 8s | 1ft 12s | Cross 7mph 9mph | 1ft 12s | 15°C | |
3ft 8s | 1ft 12s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 12s | 16°C | |
2ft 7s | 1ft 12s | Cross 2mph 1mph | 1ft 12s | 15°C 0.25mm/h | |
2ft 7s | 1ft 12s | Cross 2mph 2mph | 1ft 12s | 14°C 0.33mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 11s | 0-1ft 8s | On 16mph 20mph | 0-1ft 8s | 17°C | |
1ft 10s | On 16mph 20mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
0-1ft 8s | Cross 14mph 19mph | Flat | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 7s | Cross 10mph 13mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 11mph 13mph | Flat | 19°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 11mph 14mph | Flat | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 7s | Cross 6mph 5mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 8mph 5mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 7mph 8mph | Flat | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Cross 5mph 4mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
Flat | Cross 4mph 5mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
Flat | Cross 6mph 9mph | Flat | 19°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | Off 6mph 8mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 8s | Cross 4mph 6mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
1ft 8s | Off 3mph 5mph | Flat | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Cross 14mph 22mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
Flat | Cross 13mph 22mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
Flat | Cross 10mph 19mph | Flat | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1-3ft 8s | On 8mph 13mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
2ft 4s | 0-1ft 11s | Cross 8mph 8mph | 0-1ft 11s | 17°C | |
1-2ft 4s | 1ft 9s | Cross 6mph 7mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 11s | Off 10mph 14mph | Flat | 17°C 0.25mm/h | ||
1-2ft 7s | 0-1ft 11s | Cross 6mph 8mph | 0-1ft 11s | 17°C 0.47mm/h | |
2ft 5s | 1ft 11s | Cross 3mph 4mph | 1ft 11s | 18°C 0.37mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Off 16mph 21mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
Flat | Off 15mph 22mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
Flat | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat | 17°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.