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cox bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:57am

Swell

2ft

12s

Cross wind

Cross

10mph

12mph

Rising tide

High

05:37pm

Weather

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 03 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 6s	1ft 15s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 15s	14°C
2-3ft 7s	1ft 15s	On 7mph 8mph	1ft 15s	15°C
1-2ft 16s	1ft 15s	Cross 16mph 22mph	1ft 15s	15°C
1ft 17s	1ft 15s	Cross 21mph 27mph	1ft 15s	15°C
1-2ft 14s	1ft 17s	Cross 14mph 17mph	1ft 17s	15°C
4-5ft 7s	1ft 18s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 18s	14°C
4ft 6s	1ft 17s	Off 5mph 6mph	1ft 17s	14°C
3-4ft 6s	1ft 17s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 17s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	1ft 16s	On 9mph 12mph	1ft 16s	15°C
2ft 7s	1ft 16s	On 6mph 6mph	1ft 16s	15°C
2ft 14s	1ft 14s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1ft 14s	14°C

Tuesday 05 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 8s	2ft 12s	Cross 18mph 26mph	2ft 12s	14°C 0.72mm/h
5ft 7s	2ft 12s	Cross 13mph 17mph	2ft 12s	14°C 0.17mm/h
4-5ft 7s	2ft 12s	Cross 9mph 10mph	2ft 12s	14°C 0.09mm/h

Wednesday 06 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	1ft 14s	Cross 16mph 20mph	1ft 14s	15°C
4ft 11s	1ft 14s	Cross 15mph 20mph	1ft 14s	15°C
4ft 11s	1ft 13s	Cross 11mph 15mph	1ft 13s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 16s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 16s	15°C
2ft 10s	1ft 16s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 16s	15°C
2ft 10s	1ft 16s	Cross 9mph 11mph	1ft 16s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	1ft 15s	Cross 17mph 25mph	1ft 15s	15°C
3ft 9s	2ft 15s	On 17mph 23mph	2ft 15s	15°C
3ft 9s	2ft 15s	Cross 9mph 11mph	2ft 15s	15°C

Saturday 09 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	1ft 14s	Cross 22mph 28mph	1ft 14s	16°C
3-4ft 10s	1ft 14s	Cross 16mph 20mph	1ft 14s	15°C
5ft 7s	1ft 14s	Cross 9mph 11mph	1ft 14s	15°C

Sunday 10 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 17s	1ft 14s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1ft 14s	17°C
3-4ft 9s	1-2ft 17s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1-2ft 17s	16°C
5ft 7s	2ft 18s	On 4mph 5mph	2ft 18s	16°C

Monday 11 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 16s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 19mph 27mph	1-2ft 11s	16°C
2-3ft 16s	1ft 13s	Cross 19mph 26mph	1ft 13s	16°C
3-4ft 12s	2ft 16s	Cross 19mph 25mph	2ft 16s	16°C

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Location guide

The surfing conditions at Cox Bay, Canada, are an ecstatic blend of raw Canadian wilderness and the rhythmic allure of the Pacific Ocean. Sharing its shores with the coastal rainforest, the atmosphere at Cox Bay marries the ever-changing moods of the ocean with the steadiness of the forest. Cox Bay, located in the heart of Tofino, delivers a balanced chemistry of elements that cater to surfers of varying skill levels. On one hand, its location's geographical attributes bring consistent waves for most of the year. On the other hand, the water temperature oscillates throughout the year; the sea gets a bit chilly, especially outside the peak summer months. Therefore, a wetsuit becomes a surfer's best friend during these times. The sandy bottom beach is a generous playground for beginners to find their balance and rhythm. However, the tides, which range significantly, can affect wave size and frequencies, necessitating an understanding of the tidal patterns. While Cox Bay can entertain a considerable crowd, the surf lineup never feels too crowded, engaging the spirit of friendliness and mutual respect synonymous with surf culture. Furthermore, beach breaks facilitate variations that transition well for intermediate and advanced surfers, who dare to ride bigger, faster waves that offer spontaneous transitions and maneuvers. Cox Bay epitomizes the Canadian west coast surf scene, presenting the perfect setting for anyone who wishes to engage with the ocean waves, whether they're the seasoned expert looking for an adrenaline rush or the beginner setting their first board onto the water.