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cox bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:21am

Swell

4ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

10mph

9mph

Rising tide

High

08:14pm

Weather

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 07 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	2ft 14s	Cross 16mph 22mph	2ft 14s	12°C
1-2ft 14s	1ft 10s	Cross 20mph 27mph	1ft 10s	12°C
1ft 15s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 26mph 31mph	0-1ft 12s	12°C
1ft 15s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 26mph 31mph	0-1ft 13s	12°C
2ft 14s	1ft 15s	Cross 20mph 23mph	1ft 15s	12°C
2-3ft 13s	1ft 15s	Cross 15mph 16mph	1ft 15s	11°C
4-5ft 8s	2ft 13s	On 7mph 6mph	2ft 13s	11°C
4ft 7s	3ft 13s	Cross 6mph 7mph	3ft 13s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 11s	1ft 14s	Off 11mph 14mph	1ft 14s	12°C
5ft 11s	1ft 12s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 12s	11°C
4-5ft 10s	1ft 14s	Off 9mph 10mph	1ft 14s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	2ft 6s	Cross 13mph 17mph	2ft 6s	12°C
3ft 10s	2ft 6s	Cross 7mph 8mph	2ft 6s	12°C
3ft 10s	1-2ft 4s	Off 6mph 6mph	1-2ft 4s	13°C

Friday 10 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	2ft 15s	Cross 4mph 4mph	2ft 15s	12°C 0.11mm/h
3ft 9s	3ft 14s	Cross 4mph 5mph	3ft 14s	12°C 0.1mm/h
4ft 9s	3ft 14s	Cross 5mph 5mph	3ft 14s	12°C 0.1mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 35mph 38mph	Flat	12°C
1-3ft 12s	1ft 8s	Cross 25mph 26mph	1ft 8s	11°C
6-8ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 15mph 16mph	1ft 12s	10°C

Sunday 12 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 9s	1ft 15s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 15s	9°C 0.29mm/h
4ft 9s	1ft 15s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 15s	10°C 0.18mm/h
4ft 8s	1ft 16s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 16s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-5ft 9s	2ft 17s	Cross 6mph 7mph	2ft 17s	11°C
4ft 10s	2ft 17s	On 5mph 6mph	2ft 17s	11°C
4ft 10s	2ft 16s	On 3mph 4mph	2ft 16s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 8s	2ft 13s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 13s	11°C
4ft 9s	2ft 13s	Off 5mph 4mph	2ft 13s	11°C
4ft 11s	2ft 15s	Off 4mph 4mph	2ft 15s	11°C

Wednesday 15 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 13s	2ft 16s	Off 21mph 30mph	2ft 16s	11°C 1.07mm/h
3-4ft 14s	3ft 17s	Off 14mph 18mph	3ft 17s	11°C 1.78mm/h
4-5ft 16s	3-4ft 13s	Cross 9mph 12mph	3-4ft 13s	12°C 0.7mm/h

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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.