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freshwater west Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
06:40pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

10mph

12mph

Rising tide

High

12:34am

Weather

10°C

8°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		On 10mph 11mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 8s		On 10mph 11mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 8s		Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	9°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s		Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	9°C 0.15mm/h
1ft 9s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 11mph 12mph	0-1ft 13s	9°C
1ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1ft 13s	10°C
1-2ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 10s	10°C
2ft 12s	1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 5s	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 11s	Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	9°C
3ft 11s	On 4mph 4mph	Flat	9°C
3ft 11s	On 7mph 7mph	Flat	10°C

Tommorrow 27 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 13s	On 12mph 18mph	1ft 13s	10°C
2ft 10s	1ft 13s	Cross 14mph 21mph	1ft 13s	10°C
2ft 10s	1ft 13s	Cross 17mph 26mph	1ft 13s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s	1ft 8s	Cross 23mph 28mph	1ft 8s	8°C
2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 11s	On 21mph 26mph	1-2ft 11s	8°C
2ft 8s	2-3ft 8s	On 22mph 28mph	2-3ft 8s	9°C

Saturday 29 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 28mph 38mph	1ft 11s	10°C
3ft 9s	1-2ft 11s	On 29mph 39mph	1-2ft 11s	10°C
3-7ft 9s	2-3ft 11s	On 29mph 40mph	2-3ft 11s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	1ft 8s	On 12mph 15mph	1ft 8s	9°C
2-3ft 9s	1ft 10s	On 14mph 20mph	1ft 10s	10°C
1ft 7s	1ft 4s	On 14mph 23mph	1ft 4s	10°C

Monday 31 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 11s	1ft 15s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 15s	9°C
3ft 12s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1-2ft 11s	9°C
3ft 13s	1-2ft 5s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1-2ft 5s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 24mph 30mph	0-1ft 8s	8°C
2ft 11s		Cross 21mph 30mph	Flat	9°C
2ft 11s	0-1ft 16s	Cross 18mph 29mph	0-1ft 16s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s		Off 27mph 31mph	Flat	7°C
1ft 12s	0-1ft 14s	Off 21mph 28mph	0-1ft 14s	8°C
1ft 12s	1ft 13s	Off 15mph 25mph	1ft 13s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s		Off 12mph 17mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 2s	Off 11mph 16mph	0-1ft 2s	8°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 3s	Off 13mph 18mph	0-1ft 3s	8°C

Historical data

Location guide

Freshwater West, in the United Kingdom, is quite a curiosity for surfers both novice and seasoned. Known for its rugged natural beauty and consistent swells, it holds the allure of a fantastic surfing experience that promises an adventure every time. Generally, it experiences prevailing south-west winds which create excellent conditions for surfers. The surf at Freshwater West is greatly favoured for its capacity to hold larger waves. Sometimes, the waves are massive, setting an adrenaline-rushing stage for skilled surfers. This, however, accompanies a word of caution for beginner surfers to tread carefully, as the daunting waves can prove challenging for inexperienced visitors. The beach here is sandy with a bit of rock lining around, making it aesthetically pleasing but also contributing to the waves' intensity. The water temperature at Freshwater West can vary significantly depending on the season. In the winter, the waters are very cold thus requiring the surfer to be well kitted out in winter wetsuits, gloves, boots, and hoods while in summer the temperature is more forgiving. Therefore, depending on one's tolerance for cold, it could dictate the period to surf. The currents and tides are other conditions to keep in mind before surfing at Freshwater West. Rip currents, which are strong sea currents, are common in this area and could be dangerous for inexperienced surfers. Surfing near high tide is also considered dangerous due to the stronger currents and larger swells. By contrast, during low tide, the water reveals more rocks, which can pose additional challenges. Therefore, surfing during mid-tide, when the swells are moderate and the currents manageable, is best for safety. In conclusion, Freshwater West provides surfers with a rich experience of large, challenging waves, coupled with scenic beauty. However, the variable water temperature and strong currents mean that surfing here requires alertness to safety procedures and conditions. Mid-tide is the safest time to surf, offering a balance between sufficient wave height and manageable currents. It's a playground for the experienced surfer and a learning curve for the beginner surfer willing to take on the challenge.