la graviere Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:56am

Swell

3ft

12s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

4mph

4mph

Falling tide

Low

09:12am

Weather

4°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 13s	0-1ft 15s	Off 4mph 5mph	0-1ft 15s	4°C
	3ft 12s	0-1ft 18s	Off 4mph 4mph	0-1ft 18s	4°C
	3ft 12s	1ft 16s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 16s	4°C
	3ft 12s	2ft 14s	Cross 3mph 4mph	2ft 14s	7°C
	3ft 12s	1-2ft 14s	On 1mph 2mph	1-2ft 14s	9°C
	3ft 12s	1ft 11s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 11s	8°C
	3ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 14s	6°C
	3ft 11s	1-2ft 15s	Off 4mph 4mph	1-2ft 15s	5°C

Today 19 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-3ft 16s	1ft 18s	Off 5mph 6mph	1ft 18s	8°C
	3ft 13s	2ft 18s	Off 6mph 7mph	2ft 18s	10°C
	4ft 16s	3ft 14s	Off 7mph 9mph	3ft 14s	8°C

Tommorrow 20 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	6ft 15s	1-2ft 17s	Cross 5mph 9mph	1-2ft 17s	10°C
	6ft 15s	2ft 10s	Cross 4mph 10mph	2ft 10s	13°C
	6ft 14s	1-2ft 5s	Cross 6mph 10mph	1-2ft 5s	10°C

Tuesday 21 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3-4ft 13s	0-1ft 20s	Cross 7mph 15mph	0-1ft 20s	12°C
	3ft 12s		Cross 7mph 16mph	Flat	14°C
	3ft 12s		Cross 7mph 14mph	Flat	11°C

Wednesday 22 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 12s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 26mph	0-1ft 11s	15°C
	2ft 12s		Cross 11mph 26mph	Flat	16°C
	1-2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 17mph	1ft 11s	14°C

Thursday 23 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 11mph 28mph	1ft 10s	16°C
	1ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 14mph 32mph	1ft 10s	17°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 11mph 27mph	0-1ft 12s	14°C 1.43mm/h

Friday 24 Jan

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

Saturday 25 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	11-13ft 17s	1ft 8s	Off 5mph 8mph	1ft 8s	10°C 0.36mm/h
	13-14ft 17s	1ft 5s	Off 7mph 9mph	1ft 5s	10°C 0.24mm/h
	14ft 16s	2-3ft 11s	Off 9mph 13mph	2-3ft 11s	10°C 0.18mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	12ft 16s	1-3ft 27s	Cross 6mph 15mph	1-3ft 27s	11°C
	11-12ft 16s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 7mph 19mph	1-2ft 12s	13°C
	11ft 15s	1ft 5s	Cross 9mph 20mph	1ft 5s	12°C 0.08mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	11ft 15s	1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 14mph	1ft 5s	12°C
	10ft 15s	1ft 5s	Cross 7mph 15mph	1ft 5s	11°C 0.07mm/h
	10ft 15s	0-1ft 17s	Cross 8mph 17mph	0-1ft 17s	11°C 0.16mm/h

Location guide

La Graviere, located in Hossegor, France, is famously known for some of the highest quality surf in Europe. It's a true surfer's paradise suitably christened as the European surf capital. One of the major standout features of this beach break is its powerful and consistent waves. The barrels formed are remarkably fast and heavy, offering surfers an electrifying blend of challenge and thrill. Depending on the tides and swells, the waves can range anywhere from 1 to 3 meters, with larger swells making an appearance during autumn. As for the sea, the water temperatures can vary quite extensively depending on the season. In the summer months, from June to September, you'll find warmer temperatures ranging from 19°C to 23°C. This makes it a delightful time for those planning to spend hours in the water. However, the water can get considerably colder in winter, dropping down to about 12°C-14°C, certainly a condition for the more dedicated and resilient surfers. Furthermore, the sandy bottom of this beach ensures an easier escape from wipeouts, which is mainly why it attracts both professional surfers as well as beginners seeking to upgrade their skills. However, it's worth noting that the strong rip currents and unpredictable beach breaks can be challenging for newcomers to navigate. When it comes to wind, it predominantly comes from the northeast, providing a nice offshore condition. But, like any beach break, the surf can be impacted by strong onshore winds which tend to make the conditions more challenging and the waves choppier. In conclusion, La Graviere is regarded as a premier surfing spot due to its consistency, water temperature, and strong waves. It's a place that offers something for everyone, from being a perfect training ground for novices to serving as an adrenaline-fueled playground for seasoned surfing enthusiasts.

Last updated: 18/01/25 12:00am