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chesil beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:32pm

Swell

1ft

Onshore wind

7mph

8mph

Rising tide

High

05:02pm

Weather

19°C

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Off 13mph 18mph	Flat	18°C
Flat		Cross 13mph 17mph	Flat	18°C
Flat		Cross 13mph 18mph	Flat	18°C
0-1ft 10s		Cross 13mph 18mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 8s		Cross 11mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 5s	1ft 9s	On 7mph 8mph	1ft 9s	19°C
1ft 7s	1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 14s	19°C
1-2ft 16s	1ft 9s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1ft 9s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 18s	0-1ft 4s	On 15mph 18mph	0-1ft 4s	18°C
3ft 18s	0-1ft 6s	On 19mph 22mph	0-1ft 6s	18°C
3ft 17s	0-1ft 4s	On 18mph 22mph	0-1ft 4s	18°C

Tommorrow 27 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 15s	1ft 5s	On 19mph 26mph	1ft 5s	17°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 14s	0-1ft 3s	On 18mph 23mph	0-1ft 3s	17°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 14s		On 17mph 19mph	Flat	17°C

Thursday 28 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s		On 17mph 19mph	Flat	17°C 0.06mm/h
0-1ft 8s	0-1ft 9s	On 20mph 23mph	0-1ft 9s	17°C 0.07mm/h
1-3ft 6s	0-1ft 7s	On 24mph 25mph	0-1ft 7s	17°C 0.11mm/h

Friday 29 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 10s	1ft 9s	On 25mph 30mph	1ft 9s	18°C 0.14mm/h
1ft 7s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 26mph 30mph	0-1ft 7s	18°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 6s		Cross 25mph 29mph	Flat	18°C 0.05mm/h

Saturday 30 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 18mph 22mph	0-1ft 6s	17°C 0.16mm/h
Flat		Cross 19mph 24mph	Flat	18°C 0.11mm/h
1ft 4s		Cross 20mph 24mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	16°C
2ft 7s	Cross 7mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 7s	On 9mph 9mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	On 26mph 29mph	Flat	16°C 0.35mm/h
0-1ft 5s	On 26mph 29mph	Flat	16°C 0.25mm/h
Flat	Cross 27mph 31mph	Flat	15°C 0.43mm/h

Tuesday 02 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 5s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 18mph 19mph	1-2ft 12s	15°C 0.1mm/h
1-2ft 5s	1ft 7s	Cross 33mph 39mph	1ft 7s	15°C 1.98mm/h
2ft 9s		Cross 42mph 52mph	Flat	17°C 3.16mm/h

Wednesday 03 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 31mph 34mph	0-1ft 3s	16°C 0.25mm/h
1-2ft 7s		Cross 27mph 29mph	Flat	16°C 0.09mm/h
2ft 9s		Cross 24mph 26mph	Flat	17°C

Historical data

Location guide

Surfing at Chesil Beach in the United Kingdom provides a unique experience, owing to its geographical characteristics. Unlike most other beaches, Chesil Beach is an 18-mile long pebble and shingle tombolo, which means it's linked to the mainland and resonates with a historical charm that surfing enthusiasts might find fascinating. The uniqueness of this beach could be a surprise for those used to sandy surfaces, adding a new dimension to their surfing adventures. However, the uniqueness of the beach also informs the surfing conditions you will encounter. The waves here vary quite a lot. On quiet days, the water can be relatively calm which makes it an ideal location for beginners learning balance and basic surfing techniques. The absence of strong currents can be helpful in these initial learning phases. Even more experienced surfers might find these calmer conditions beneficial for honing their techniques. On the other hand, during days of high wind and stormy weather, Chesil Beach can exhibit powerful waves which offer exciting challenges to experienced surfers. The shore break can be tricky and requires excellent navigational skills and timing, particularly when the larger Atlantic swells are funnelled into the narrow bay. The water temperature at Chesil Beach is another important thing to take into consideration. The water here can be quite chilly, particularly in the winter months, and surfers would be best advised to wear a good quality wet suit to ensure they remain comfortable during their surfing experience. Taking these factors into account, it's clear that Chesil Beach offers a unique surfing experience that can cater to surfers of various skill levels. Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the ropes or an experienced surfer looking to challenge yourself, Chesil Beach can provide the ideal backdrop for your surfing adventure.