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Live conditions

Local time
01:36pm
Swell
1ft
7s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
5mph
11mph
Falling tide
Low
05:18pm
Weather
17°C
17°C
3/2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 8s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 9mph 13mph | 0-1ft 4s | 10°C | |
1ft 8s | 1ft 3s | Cross 5mph 8mph | 1ft 3s | 11°C | |
1ft 8s | Cross 2mph 7mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
1ft 8s | Cross 3mph 9mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 5s | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 6mph 12mph | 0-1ft 8s | 17°C | |
1ft 4s | 1ft 8s | Cross 10mph 16mph | 1ft 8s | 16°C | |
1ft 4s | 1ft 8s | Cross 9mph 14mph | 1ft 8s | 12°C | |
1ft 5s | 1ft 7s | Cross 7mph 9mph | 1ft 7s | 10°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 7s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 8mph 7mph | 0-1ft 5s | 13°C | |
1ft 8s | On 11mph 12mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 8s | On 12mph 16mph | Flat | 15°C 0.06mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | On 15mph 21mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
0-1ft 7s | On 16mph 23mph | Flat | 18°C 0.08mm/h | ||
1ft 9s | On 16mph 26mph | Flat | 17°C 0.08mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1-3ft 7s | Cross 20mph 27mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1-2ft 4s | On 20mph 24mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 4s | Cross 18mph 24mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
0-1ft 8s | Cross 18mph 23mph | Flat | 15°C 0.06mm/h | ||
Flat | Cross 21mph 26mph | Flat | 15°C 0.15mm/h | ||
0-1ft 9s | Cross 19mph 28mph | Flat | 14°C 0.13mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2-4ft 6s | Cross 25mph 33mph | Flat | 13°C 0.97mm/h | ||
2-3ft 7s | Cross 25mph 32mph | Flat | 14°C 0.25mm/h | ||
0-2ft 4s | On 23mph 33mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3ft 7s | Cross 5mph 6mph | Flat | 11°C 0.28mm/h | ||
3ft 7s | Cross 4mph 4mph | Flat | 12°C 0.12mm/h | ||
3ft 7s | 0-1ft 2s | Cross 1mph 2mph | 0-1ft 2s | 12°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 7s | On 6mph 9mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 5s | On 13mph 18mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 6s | 0-1ft 5s | On 11mph 16mph | 0-1ft 5s | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 7s | Cross 9mph 10mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 9mph 9mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 7s | Cross 9mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C 0.1mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 10s | Off 7mph 10mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 10s | Off 7mph 11mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1ft 10s | Off 13mph 22mph | Flat | 15°C 0.24mm/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.