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freshwater west Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:18am

Swell

2ft

11s

Onshore wind

10mph

14mph

Falling tide

Low

03:19am

Weather

10°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	0-1ft 7s	On 10mph 14mph	0-1ft 7s	10°C
2ft 7s	1ft 9s	On 11mph 15mph	1ft 9s	10°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 8s	1ft 8s	On 13mph 17mph	1ft 8s	10°C
1ft 10s	1ft 6s	On 15mph 18mph	1ft 6s	10°C
1-2ft 10s	1ft 10s	On 15mph 19mph	1ft 10s	10°C
2ft 11s	1ft 7s	On 15mph 19mph	1ft 7s	10°C
3-7ft 12s	1ft 5s	On 15mph 20mph	1ft 5s	10°C
3-5ft 7s	2-3ft 7s	On 14mph 19mph	2-3ft 7s	10°C

Today 22 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 10s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 18mph 24mph	1-2ft 6s	10°C
2-3ft 10s	0-2ft 3s	Cross 24mph 32mph	0-2ft 3s	11°C
2ft 10s	1ft 4s	Cross 28mph 36mph	1ft 4s	10°C 2.42mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 9s		Cross 15mph 17mph	Flat	10°C
6-7ft 9s		Cross 15mph 17mph	Flat	10°C
6ft 9s	1ft 13s	Cross 13mph 16mph	1ft 13s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 11s		Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	10°C
3ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 12s	11°C
3-4ft 12s	1ft 16s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 16s	11°C

Friday 25 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 13s	1ft 2s	Cross 22mph 30mph	1ft 2s	11°C 0.8mm/h
5ft 13s	0-1ft 2s	Cross 16mph 22mph	0-1ft 2s	11°C 1.15mm/h
5ft 13s	1ft 3s	Cross 9mph 12mph	1ft 3s	11°C 0.54mm/h

Saturday 26 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 13s	0-2ft 3s	Cross 10mph 11mph	0-2ft 3s	11°C
4-5ft 12s	0-1ft 2s	On 13mph 16mph	0-1ft 2s	11°C
4ft 12s	1ft 3s	Cross 15mph 21mph	1ft 3s	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	1ft 9s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 9s	10°C
3ft 11s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 12mph 12mph	0-1ft 8s	11°C
3ft 10s		Cross 11mph 11mph	Flat	11°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1-2ft 14s	11°C
3-4ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Off 4mph 5mph	0-1ft 9s	12°C
4ft 13s		Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 11mph 14mph	1ft 4s	11°C
3ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 5s	12°C
3ft 11s	1ft 4s	Off 6mph 6mph	1ft 4s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s		Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	11°C
2ft 10s	1ft 14s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 14s	11°C
2ft 9s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 9mph 11mph	1-2ft 13s	11°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.