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freshwater west Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
01:57am

Swell

1ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

5mph

Rising tide

High

03:15am

Weather

12°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 12 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 6s	13°C
1ft 7s	1ft 5s	Off 7mph 7mph	1ft 5s	13°C 0.11mm/h
1ft 7s		Off 7mph 7mph	Flat	12°C 1.04mm/h
1ft 8s		Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	12°C 1.39mm/h
1ft 7s	0-1ft 7s	Off 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 7s	13°C 0.54mm/h
1ft 7s		Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	13°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 7s		Off 10mph 13mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 8s		Off 13mph 20mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	Off 19mph 25mph	Flat	12°C
0-1ft 8s	Off 13mph 18mph	Flat	13°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 16mph 19mph	Flat	12°C
1-2ft 4s	On 9mph 10mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 4s	On 7mph 7mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	Off 4mph 4mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 5s	On 7mph 8mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 5s	Cross 12mph 13mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 11s		Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	13°C
2ft 11s		Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	13°C
2ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	Off 7mph 8mph	0-1ft 7s	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	Cross 16mph 22mph	Flat	12°C
2ft 10s	Cross 13mph 21mph	Flat	13°C
2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 16mph	Flat	14°C

Sunday 18 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1-2ft 11s	13°C
2-3ft 13s	2ft 9s	Cross 8mph 8mph	2ft 9s	13°C
3-4ft 12s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 12mph 14mph	0-1ft 5s	14°C

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

Tuesday 20 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 14s	14°C
3ft 9s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1-2ft 13s	15°C
3-4ft 10s	0-1ft 16s	Cross 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 16s	15°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.

freshwater west Surf Report

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Last updated: 12/05/25 12:00am

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