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Live conditions
Local time
09:30am
Swell
Flat
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
9mph
11mph
Rising tide
High
03:28pm
Weather
10°C
10°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flat | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 12mph 17mph | 0-1ft 6s | 8°C |
 | Flat | Cross 9mph 13mph | Flat | 8°C | |
 | Flat | Off 9mph 12mph | Flat | 8°C | |
 | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 11mph 13mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | 1-2ft 5s | Cross 15mph 17mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | Flat | Cross 18mph 22mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | Flat | Cross 21mph 27mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | Flat | Cross 19mph 28mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1-2ft 7s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 1-2ft 7s |  13°C |
| Flat | Cross 12mph 15mph | Flat | 13°C | |
| Flat | 1ft 3s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 1ft 3s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1ft 14s | Cross 12mph 15mph | 1ft 14s |  11°C |
| Flat | 0-1ft 17s | On 13mph 18mph | 0-1ft 17s | 11°C |
| Flat | On 16mph 22mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 11s | Off 27mph 36mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 0-1ft 8s | Cross 27mph 36mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 29mph 36mph | Flat | 10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 5s | 1ft 7s | On 20mph 28mph | 1ft 7s | 10°C |
| 0-1ft 5s | On 21mph 30mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| Flat | On 20mph 31mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 21mph 29mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| Flat | Cross 22mph 32mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| Flat | Cross 21mph 33mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2ft 5s | Cross 23mph 34mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 2ft 6s | On 22mph 33mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 2ft 6s | On 20mph 29mph | Flat |  11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 4s | 1ft 9s | Cross 16mph 22mph | 1ft 9s | 11°C |
| 0-2ft 5s | 1ft 11s | Cross 15mph 20mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C |
| 3ft 11s | 1ft 11s | Cross 13mph 16mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 4s | 1ft 12s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 12s | 12°C |
| Flat | 1ft 13s | Cross 5mph 5mph | 1ft 13s | 13°C |
| Flat | 1ft 12s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 12s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 9s | 1ft 11s | Cross 11mph 16mph | 1ft 11s | 12°C |
| 2ft 8s | 1ft 11s | Cross 13mph 20mph | 1ft 11s | 12°C |
| 2ft 5s | 1ft 11s | On 14mph 22mph | 1ft 11s | 12°C |
Historical data
Location guide
The surfing conditions at Gyllyngvase, also known as Gylly Beach, in the United Kingdom can be described as moderately challenging. The location is on the south coast of Cornwall, in the South West of England. While the South Cornish coast is not as renowned for surfing as some parts of the West Coast, Gylly Beach does offer some opportunity for keen water sport enthusiasts. With the right conditions and tide times, surfers might enjoy Gylly Beach after a solid storm particularly for the protection it offers from the south-westerly winds. It is a popular spot for learners as waves here tend to be more manageable and slower breaking than at some other beaches in Cornwall. The sea is usually at its wildest during or after a storm with large, reasonably peeling waves to ride. However, these conditions are rare as the beach lacks consistent surf from groundswells and windswells. Gylly Beach often sees flat days when the sea is calm and the waves are all but non-existent. During summer months, Flat Day SUP (Stand Up Paddleboarding) becomes a favorite choice for visitors, with the clear waters and rich marine life creating a relaxed, scenic adventure. Although this time of year tends to get crowded, as this beach happens to be one of Cornwall's popular locations for sunbathing and swimming. The best time to catch waves here is either side of high tide. Additionally, the beach is more suited for intermediate and skilled surfers - particularly for those who are good at reading and predicting water conditions. A valuable piece of advice for surfing here is to always be mindful of the multitude of submerged rocks that can pose threats during low tides. Safety measures are thorough in Gyllyngvase as lifeguards patrol the beach in the summer, ensuring that the beach remains a safe place for surfing and other water sports. Yet, colder months might lack these measures, so caution is advised. In the end, Gyllyngvase offers a unique opportunity to enjoy surfing in a stunning natural setting, where conditions can range from calm to exciting, depending on the day.
