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church ope cove Surf Report

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02:35am

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20mph

29mph

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High

04:42am

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17°C

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Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 20mph 29mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Off 20mph 29mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Off 19mph 28mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Off 16mph 24mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 15mph 23mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Off 13mph 21mph	Flat	18°C 0.2mm/h
Flat	Off 13mph 21mph	Flat	17°C 0.1mm/h
Flat	Off 15mph 22mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 15mph 18mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 12mph 17mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	17°C 0.14mm/h
1ft 4s	Cross 11mph 12mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 4s	Cross 15mph 15mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 20mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 0.25mm/h
Flat	On 21mph 24mph	Flat	16°C 0.28mm/h
Flat	On 21mph 24mph	Flat	16°C 0.2mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	On 10mph 11mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 3s	On 13mph 15mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 18mph 20mph	Flat	16°C 0.29mm/h

Wednesday 25/09

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	Cross 22mph 25mph	Flat	16°C 0.31mm/h
1ft 11s	Cross 22mph 27mph	Flat	16°C 0.24mm/h
1ft 11s	Cross 16mph 20mph	Flat	16°C 0.19mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 8s	On 36mph 46mph	Flat	16°C 0.74mm/h
1ft 9s	On 37mph 45mph	Flat	16°C 0.19mm/h
1ft 9s	Cross 32mph 41mph	Flat	16°C 0.15mm/h

Friday 27/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 6s		On 33mph 37mph	Flat	14°C 0.32mm/h
2ft 6s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 32mph 36mph	0-1ft 4s	14°C 0.2mm/h
4-7ft 9s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 24mph 29mph	0-1ft 3s	12°C 0.19mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	Cross 18mph 20mph	Flat	12°C
1-2ft 9s	Cross 18mph 20mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 9s	Cross 19mph 21mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 4s	On 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 4s	14°C
0-1ft 6s		On 9mph 10mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 7s		Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	14°C

Location guide

Church Ope Cove, nestled on the Isle of Portland in the United Kingdom, tends to have modest surfing conditions. Due to its geographical placement, this area serves as more of a sheltered beach than a consistent surf spot. This unique location's main feature is the relatively calm water, primarily driven by the fact that it is shielded by towering cliffs on three sides. The water here is therefore usually tranquil, offering gentle, low-intensity waves, making it more suitable for beginners or those who prefer a relaxed surfing session. Be aware that the surf quality can be impacted by tidal movements. During high tide, the water reaches right up to the pebble beach, and the waves may be too close to the shore for effective surfing. However, during low tide, the surf opens up and allows for more surfing space. Due to the smaller size and lower power of the waves here, it's a place more often frequented for its beauty and serenity rather than its surf. Swells and wind direction play crucial roles in creating potentially rideable waves. Predominantly, these factors don't align favourably for surfing in this region, although on rare occasions, the right combination of conditions can give rise to unexpected surfing opportunities. Lastly, it's important to highlight that Church Ope Cove is not just about surfing. It's a place offering a peaceful retreat with nature and wildlife, trekking opportunities along the coastal path, as well as some fascinating history including Rufus Castle and pirate lore. So, even if the surfing conditions aren't always world-class, there are plenty of other intriguing aspects of visiting Church Ope Cove that make it incredibly rewarding.

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Last updated: 20/09/24 12:00am