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Live conditions
Local time
02:36am
Swell
2ft
7s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
15mph
26mph
Rising tide
High
04:42am
Weather
15°C
15°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1-3ft 7s | Cross 15mph 26mph | Flat | 15°C | |
 | 3ft 6s | Cross 15mph 25mph | Flat | 14°C | |
 | 3ft 6s | Cross 16mph 22mph | Flat |  15°C | |
 | 1-2ft 7s | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat |  18°C 0.7mm/h | |
 | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 10mph 15mph | Flat | 19°C 0.84mm/h | |
 | 1-3ft 5s | Cross 8mph 10mph | Flat | 17°C 1.86mm/h | |
 | 2ft 6s | Cross 10mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C 1.26mm/h | |
 | 1-2ft 4s | Cross 11mph 15mph | Flat |  14°C 0.23mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 4s | On 12mph 15mph | Flat | 17°C 0.08mm/h | |
| 1ft 4s | On 11mph 14mph | Flat | 17°C | |
| 1ft 4s | On 8mph 12mph | Flat | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 4s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 2mph 4mph | 0-1ft 5s | 16°C 0.53mm/h |
| 1ft 4s | 0-1ft 7s | On 3mph 4mph | 0-1ft 7s | 17°C 0.57mm/h |
| 1ft 4s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 4mph 5mph | 0-1ft 5s | 16°C 0.22mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 4s | Cross 15mph 23mph | Flat |  15°C 0.13mm/h | |
| 1ft 4s | Cross 14mph 20mph | Flat | 16°C 0.32mm/h | |
| 1ft 5s | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C 0.15mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 10s | Cross 8mph 11mph | Flat | 17°C 0.24mm/h | |
| Flat | Cross 9mph 10mph | Flat | 18°C 0.28mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 5s | Cross 10mph 15mph | Flat | 16°C 0.18mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 11s | 0-1ft 3s | On 17mph 25mph | 0-1ft 3s | 15°C 0.32mm/h |
| 1ft 11s | On 17mph 27mph | Flat | 15°C 0.61mm/h | |
| 1ft 11s | On 14mph 23mph | Flat | 16°C 0.32mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 10s | On 27mph 41mph | Flat | 16°C 0.53mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 11s | Cross 26mph 38mph | 0-1ft 11s | 16°C 0.14mm/h |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 24mph 35mph | Flat | 15°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 6s | Cross 25mph 33mph | Flat | 14°C 0.23mm/h | |
| 3-5ft 9s | Cross 26mph 33mph | Flat | 13°C 0.24mm/h | |
| 3-4ft 11s | Cross 23mph 32mph | Flat | 11°C 0.09mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 9s | Cross 14mph 18mph | Flat |  12°C | |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 14mph 17mph | Flat |  13°C | |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 13mph 18mph | Flat | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | On 6mph 8mph | Flat |  14°C | |
| Flat | On 5mph 7mph | Flat | 14°C | |
| Flat | On 4mph 7mph | Flat | 13°C |
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.