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chesil beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:55pm

Swell

4ft

11s

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

12mph

15mph

Rising tide

High

05:25pm

Weather

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 08 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 6s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 14mph 16mph	0-1ft 12s	14°C
3ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 13mph 15mph	1ft 6s	13°C
4ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 13mph 16mph	1ft 9s	13°C
4ft 10s	1ft 19s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 19s	13°C
4ft 10s	1ft 18s	Cross 13mph 15mph	1ft 18s	13°C
3-4ft 11s	1-2ft 17s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1-2ft 17s	14°C
3ft 12s	2ft 15s	On 13mph 13mph	2ft 15s	13°C
2-3ft 16s	1-2ft 12s	On 14mph 15mph	1-2ft 12s	13°C

Today 09 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 13s	2ft 14s	Cross 21mph 25mph	2ft 14s	14°C
2ft 14s	1ft 11s	Cross 22mph 27mph	1ft 11s	14°C 0.08mm/h
1-2ft 12s	1ft 9s	Cross 23mph 31mph	1ft 9s	14°C 0.3mm/h

Tommorrow 10 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 17s	1ft 6s	On 19mph 23mph	1ft 6s	13°C 0.59mm/h
2ft 17s	2ft 8s	On 17mph 22mph	2ft 8s	13°C 0.8mm/h
2ft 14s	1-2ft 7s	On 17mph 21mph	1-2ft 7s	12°C 1.31mm/h

Tuesday 11 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 27mph 36mph	0-1ft 6s	14°C
1ft 7s	1-2ft 10s	Cross 28mph 39mph	1-2ft 10s	15°C
1-2ft 6s	2ft 14s	Cross 30mph 41mph	2ft 14s	15°C

Wednesday 12 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-4ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 28mph 41mph	1ft 13s	14°C
4-6ft 12s	1ft 13s	Cross 24mph 36mph	1ft 13s	15°C
7-8ft 12s	1ft 13s	Cross 18mph 28mph	1ft 13s	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 21mph 31mph	1ft 4s	14°C
3ft 11s		Cross 20mph 31mph	Flat	14°C
3ft 11s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 18mph 28mph	0-1ft 5s	15°C

Friday 14 Nov

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	0-2ft 6s	On 11mph 18mph	0-2ft 6s	14°C
3ft 7s	1-3ft 7s	On 10mph 15mph	1-3ft 7s	14°C 0.46mm/h
2-3ft 10s	1ft 5s	Cross 16mph 25mph	1ft 5s	14°C 1.44mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 3s	On 33mph 41mph	1ft 3s	13°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 8s		On 36mph 44mph	Flat	13°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 7s		Cross 34mph 44mph	Flat	12°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 5s	Cross 20mph 22mph	Flat	9°C 0.05mm/h
3ft 8s	Cross 20mph 22mph	Flat	9°C
1-3ft 10s	Cross 17mph 18mph	Flat	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 39mph 54mph	Flat	12°C 0.13mm/h
0-1ft 11s	Cross 37mph 52mph	Flat	12°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 9s	Cross 34mph 44mph	Flat	11°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.