United Kingdom › Devon › Dawlish Warren
Live conditions
Local time
01:56am
Swell
Flat
Cross-onshore wind
Cross
7mph
12mph
Falling tide
Low
05:31am
Weather
15°C
14°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flat | On 6mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C | |
 | Flat | On 11mph 22mph | Flat |  17°C | |
 | Flat | On 18mph 32mph | Flat | 19°C | |
 | Flat | Cross 23mph 35mph | Flat | 20°C | |
 | 0-1ft 2s | On 20mph 30mph | Flat |  19°C 0.05mm/h | |
 | 1-2ft 5s | Cross 17mph 24mph | Flat |  19°C | |
 | 2ft 6s | Cross 13mph 23mph | Flat |  17°C | |
 | 1-2ft 5s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 10mph 23mph | 0-1ft 5s |  14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 5s | Cross 18mph 22mph | Flat | 19°C | |
| 1ft 5s | Cross 18mph 22mph | Flat | 20°C | |
| 1ft 5s | Cross 16mph 20mph | Flat | 19°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 9mph 8mph | Flat | 18°C | |
| Flat | Cross 13mph 11mph | Flat | 20°C | |
| Flat | On 13mph 14mph | Flat | 19°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 6mph 10mph | Flat | 19°C 0.07mm/h | |
| Flat | Cross 9mph 12mph | Flat | 20°C | |
| 0-1ft 3s | Cross 7mph 9mph | Flat | 19°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | On 2mph 2mph | Flat | 17°C 0.05mm/h | |
| Flat | Off 1mph 2mph | Flat | 18°C 0.16mm/h | |
| Flat | Cross 3mph 3mph | Flat | 19°C 0.14mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 3mph 5mph | Flat | 19°C | |
| Flat | Cross 6mph 10mph | Flat | 21°C | |
| Flat | Cross 9mph 11mph | Flat | 21°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 6mph 5mph | Flat | 19°C | |
| Flat | Cross 8mph 5mph | Flat | 20°C | |
| 0-1ft 4s | Cross 6mph 7mph | Flat | 21°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 5mph 5mph | Flat | 21°C | |
| Flat | Cross 7mph 6mph | Flat | 22°C | |
| Flat | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 0-1ft 4s | 22°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 4s | Off 9mph 13mph | Flat | 21°C | |
| 0-1ft 3s | On 5mph 9mph | Flat | 23°C | |
| Flat | Cross 9mph 14mph | Flat | 22°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3ft 5s | Cross 15mph 21mph | Flat | 19°C | |
| 3ft 6s | On 11mph 18mph | Flat | 20°C | |
| 2ft 6s | Cross 8mph 12mph | Flat | 20°C |
Historical data
Location guide
Dawlish Warren, located in the United Kingdom, has a wide sandy beach that offers favourable conditions for surfing during portions of the year. The beach is southerly facing, providing significant opportunities for wave activity from the southwesterly swells that roll in from the Atlantic. While it's not the most renowned surfing spot in the UK, Dawlish Warren can still provide worthwhile experiences for intermediate and beginner surfers. This beach break offers both left and right-hand waves. The best time to hit the surf here tends to be at mid to high tide when the surf can really pick up. However, surfers must be aware that the quality of the surf at Dawlish Warren can be somewhat inconsistent and irregular. Although the surf here doesn't normally exceed shoulder to head height, during storms or heavy swells you may get the chance to experience bigger waves. It's during these times that more experienced surfers might find Dawlish Warren a surprisingly enthralling ride. The water quality at Dawlish Warren is generally excellent, meeting the UK's highest standard. The beach is also well-maintained and offers amenities such as lifeguard services, making for a safer surfing environment for beginners or inexperienced surfers. In conclusion, while the surf at Dawlish Warren might not live up to the typical surfer's paradise image, it's still a pretty good spot for catching some manageable, fun waves. The picturesque scenery and well-serviced beach further contribute to the appeal of this Devonshire surfing spot.
