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Live conditions
Local time
03:37pm
Swell
12ft
13s
Onshore wind
On
14mph
22mph
Falling tide
Low
04:07pm
Weather
11°C
10°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4-6ft 11s | 1ft 11s | Cross 21mph 36mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C |
 | 2-4ft 9s | 1ft 9s | Cross 24mph 43mph | 1ft 9s | 11°C |
 | 3-4ft 11s | 1ft 7s | Cross 27mph 49mph | 1ft 7s | 11°C |
 | 3-4ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 32mph 54mph | 1ft 8s |  11°C 0.66mm/h |
 | 5-10ft 14s | 2ft 12s | Cross 27mph 43mph | 2ft 12s | 11°C 1.32mm/h |
 | 11-12ft 13s | 2-3ft 15s | On 13mph 20mph | 2-3ft 15s | 11°C |
 | 9-10ft 13s | 1ft 7s | On 9mph 15mph | 1ft 7s | 10°C |
 | 8-9ft 14s | 1-2ft 7s | On 7mph 11mph | 1-2ft 7s | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-6ft 14s | 2ft 16s | On 14mph 23mph | 2ft 16s |  10°C |
| 3-4ft 15s | 1-2ft 13s | On 16mph 22mph | 1-2ft 13s | 11°C |
| 2-4ft 15s | 1ft 8s | On 14mph 21mph | 1ft 8s |  10°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 27mph 44mph | 1ft 11s | 10°C 0.08mm/h |
| 2-3ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 30mph 47mph | 1ft 10s | 10°C 0.46mm/h |
| 2ft 12s | 1ft 15s | Cross 32mph 51mph | 1ft 15s | 10°C 1.01mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-7ft 14s | 2ft 13s | On 14mph 24mph | 2ft 13s |  10°C |
| 3ft 16s | 1-2ft 9s | On 17mph 26mph | 1-2ft 9s | 11°C 0.06mm/h |
| 3ft 17s | 3ft 16s | On 17mph 27mph | 3ft 16s | 10°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 13s | 2ft 15s | Cross 9mph 17mph | 2ft 15s | 8°C |
| 4ft 12s | 2ft 15s | Cross 11mph 14mph | 2ft 15s | 10°C 0.08mm/h |
| 4ft 12s | 2ft 14s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 2ft 14s | 9°C 0.08mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 13s | On 12mph 20mph | Flat | 8°C 0.68mm/h | |
| 2ft 12s | 1ft 6s | On 14mph 18mph | 1ft 6s | 8°C 1.46mm/h |
| 2-3ft 10s | 0-1ft 8s | On 9mph 14mph | 0-1ft 8s | 8°C 0.32mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 10s | On 10mph 15mph | Flat |  7°C | |
| 1ft 11s | Cross 17mph 22mph | Flat | 9°C | |
| 1ft 11s | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 21mph 28mph | 0-1ft 8s | 9°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 5s | 1-2ft 9s | On 20mph 30mph | 1-2ft 9s | 10°C 0.07mm/h |
| 3-4ft 7s | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 3ft 6s | Cross 15mph 22mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-7ft 8s | 1ft 11s | On 18mph 29mph | 1ft 11s | 9°C |
| 2-3ft 7s | On 23mph 32mph | Flat | 9°C 0.07mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 6s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 26mph 36mph | 0-1ft 10s | 9°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 18s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 22mph 32mph | 1-2ft 6s | 9°C 0.09mm/h |
| 4ft 18s | 1ft 5s | Cross 23mph 33mph | 1ft 5s | 9°C 0.25mm/h |
| 3ft 17s | Cross 25mph 38mph | Flat | 9°C 0.81mm/h |
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.
