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goodrington sands Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
04:31pm

Swell

Flat

Onshore wind

7mph

11mph

Rising tide

High

07:46pm

Weather

19°C

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 16 Jul

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 6s	Cross 11mph 21mph	Flat	17°C
3ft 6s	Cross 4mph 9mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/h
3ft 6s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	17°C 0.14mm/h
3ft 7s	Cross 2mph 5mph	Flat	18°C 0.11mm/h
0-2ft 9s	On 5mph 9mph	Flat	19°C 0.23mm/h
Flat	Cross 8mph 13mph	Flat	19°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 7s	Cross 8mph 13mph	Flat	19°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	On 11mph 13mph	Flat	22°C
2ft 9s	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	23°C
2ft 9s	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	22°C

Tommorrow 18 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 6s	21°C
2ft 9s	0-1ft 8s	On 13mph 14mph	0-1ft 8s	22°C 0.07mm/h
2ft 9s		On 14mph 16mph	Flat	22°C 0.13mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 14mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 0.48mm/h
Flat	On 15mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 1.14mm/h
1ft 12s	On 11mph 17mph	Flat	16°C 1.23mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 12s	On 17mph 20mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 17mph 21mph	Flat	18°C 0.54mm/h
0-1ft 12s	On 14mph 17mph	Flat	17°C 0.7mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	20°C 0.06mm/h
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	19°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s		On 5mph 9mph	Flat	19°C 0.05mm/h
1ft 8s		On 16mph 22mph	Flat	21°C 0.05mm/h
1ft 5s	0-1ft 9s	On 15mph 23mph	0-1ft 9s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-2ft 6s		Cross 12mph 17mph	Flat	21°C
Flat	0-1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 15mph	0-1ft 6s	22°C
0-1ft 7s	1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 20mph	1ft 7s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	1ft 6s	Off 7mph 8mph	1ft 6s	20°C
0-1ft 3s		Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	21°C
Flat		On 10mph 11mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 8mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	18°C
1ft 9s		Cross 10mph 8mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 9s		Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	21°C

Historical data

Location guide

Goodrington Sands, located on the stunning English Riviera in South Devon, provides some challenging yet compelling surfing conditions for both the novice and advanced surfer. Sitting between Torquay and Brixham, it is well-appreciated amongst locals and is gaining popularity with tourists as well. Being a sandy beach break, Goodrington Sands is particularly delightful when a southwest to west swell coincide with an easterly wind. When these conditions are in alignment, beachgoers can anticipate enjoyable waves reaching anything from 1 to 5 feet with regular peaks. The difficulty and growing excitement then depend heavily on the tide, swell direction, and wind condition, in combination with one's individual skill set. Typically, mid-to-high tide sees the best surfing conditions. The waves remain reasonably predictable with a smooth shape allowing surfers to carve those desired lines. During low tide, the waves tend to become steeper and faster, offering more challenging conditions generally preferred by seasoned surfers. The sandbars also come into play during low tide, creating shallow-water rides. Because of Goodrington Sands orientation, facing East Northeast, it's slightly sheltered from the full force of Atlantic swells, meaning the waves are often less powerful than other UK surf spots. However, it also means that it can provide a cleaner surf during big swells as it is shielded from the powerful winds that can ruin wave quality. The gentle gradient of the beach also creates mellow waves, generally considered sociable and easy-going. Lastly, Goodrington Sands benefits from excellent water quality and a less crowded line-up than neighbouring surf spots. This gives it an edge for beginners looking to develop their surfing skills, and intermediates wanting to experience a serene surf without intense competitiveness. Its picturesque setting, combined with the appealing prospect of fun, manageable surf, makes it an attractive option for surfers exploring the UK's south coast. In conclusion, while Goodrington Sands is not a world-class surfing destination, it provides an engaging and rewarding experience on its day. Furthermore, being located in one of the UK's most scenic coastal areas, it offers much more than just surf, making it an excellent all-round beach destination.