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chesil beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:34pm

Swell

1ft

12s

Onshore wind

37mph

45mph

Falling tide

Low

03:52pm

Weather

16°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 15 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 9s		On 34mph 43mph	Flat	16°C 0.13mm/h
0-1ft 8s		On 33mph 43mph	Flat	16°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 10s		On 34mph 43mph	Flat	15°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 12s		On 36mph 45mph	Flat	16°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 13s		On 36mph 45mph	Flat	16°C 0.13mm/h
1ft 13s	1ft 8s	On 35mph 44mph	1ft 8s	16°C 0.11mm/h
1-2ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 34mph 41mph	1ft 12s	16°C
2ft 5s	1ft 9s	Cross 33mph 39mph	1ft 9s	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 9s	On 21mph 24mph	1ft 9s	16°C
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 9s	On 22mph 25mph	0-1ft 9s	16°C 0.08mm/h
Flat		On 21mph 23mph	Flat	16°C 0.09mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 6s	1ft 3s	On 29mph 38mph	1ft 3s	17°C
2-3ft 6s	0-1ft 3s	On 28mph 39mph	0-1ft 3s	17°C
2ft 6s		On 27mph 39mph	Flat	17°C 0.06mm/h

Thursday 18 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 7s	1ft 12s	On 25mph 36mph	1ft 12s	17°C 0.15mm/h
1-3ft 8s	1ft 11s	On 24mph 36mph	1ft 11s	17°C 0.08mm/h
3-5ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	On 25mph 34mph	0-1ft 7s	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	16°C
2ft 9s	Cross 7mph 7mph	Flat	17°C
2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	17°C

Saturday 20 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s	0-1ft 6s	On 12mph 16mph	0-1ft 6s	18°C
2ft 5s	1ft 8s	Cross 12mph 17mph	1ft 8s	18°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 6s	Cross 14mph 21mph	1ft 6s	17°C

Sunday 21 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 2s	On 26mph 33mph	0-1ft 2s	16°C 0.08mm/h
2-4ft 8s	1ft 5s	On 29mph 36mph	1ft 5s	16°C 0.2mm/h
4-5ft 8s	1ft 6s	On 30mph 38mph	1ft 6s	16°C 0.22mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	On 23mph 25mph	Flat	16°C 0.09mm/h
0-1ft 11s	On 22mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 0.12mm/h
0-1ft 7s	On 19mph 19mph	Flat	16°C 0.1mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 8s	Cross 7mph 8mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 16mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 6s	Cross 15mph 15mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 17mph	Flat	16°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.