chesil beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:16am

Swell

1ft

4s

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

4mph

4mph

Falling tide

Low

03:19am

Weather

11°C

10°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	11°C
	1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 7s	11°C
	1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 7s	10°C 0.07mm/h
	1ft 6s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 6s	10°C 0.07mm/h
	0-1ft 8s		On 11mph 13mph	Flat	11°C 0.08mm/h
	0-1ft 9s		Cross 14mph 20mph	Flat	12°C
	0-1ft 9s		Cross 15mph 21mph	Flat	11°C
	0-1ft 5s		Cross 14mph 19mph	Flat	10°C

Today 22 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s		On 10mph 13mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 9s	On 13mph 17mph	0-1ft 9s	11°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 20mph	0-1ft 7s	11°C

Tommorrow 23 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-4ft 6s	1ft 7s	Cross 14mph 19mph	1ft 7s	11°C 0.14mm/h
	4ft 7s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 10mph 13mph	0-1ft 4s	12°C
	3-4ft 8s		Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	12°C

Thursday 24 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 7s		Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	10°C
	1-2ft 7s		On 4mph 4mph	Flat	11°C
	1ft 7s	0-1ft 13s	On 3mph 3mph	0-1ft 13s	11°C

Friday 25 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 14s	1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 16mph	1ft 7s	10°C
	1ft 13s	1ft 8s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 8s	11°C
	1ft 13s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 14mph	0-1ft 6s	11°C

Saturday 26 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 12s		Off 10mph 10mph	Flat	9°C
	0-1ft 8s		Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	11°C 0.23mm/h
	1ft 10s		Cross 13mph 19mph	Flat	13°C 0.2mm/h

Sunday 27 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 16mph	1ft 11s	12°C
	1ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	13°C
	1ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 11mph 14mph	1ft 11s	13°C

Monday 28 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 5s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 8mph	0-1ft 6s	12°C
	1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 7s	12°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	13°C

Tuesday 29 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 14mph 19mph	0-1ft 4s	11°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 6s	12°C
	1ft 6s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 5mph 6mph	0-1ft 9s	12°C

Wednesday 30 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 5s	1ft 10s	Off 6mph 6mph	1ft 10s	13°C
	1ft 5s	1ft 9s	Off 7mph 8mph	1ft 9s	13°C
	1ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 5s	12°C

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.

Last updated: 21/04/25 12:00am

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