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lacanau Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:44am

Swell

2ft

13s

Offshore wind

Off

5mph

14mph

Falling tide

Low

07:24am

Weather

18°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 13s	1ft 10s	Off 5mph 14mph	1ft 10s	17°C
2ft 12s	1ft 10s	Off 6mph 14mph	1ft 10s	16°C
2ft 12s	0-1ft 13s	Off 6mph 10mph	0-1ft 13s	21°C 0.07mm/h
2ft 11s	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 7mph	1ft 10s	25°C 0.64mm/h
2ft 11s		Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	24°C 1.1mm/h
2ft 10s		Cross 5mph 11mph	Flat	18°C 1.48mm/h
1-2ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 20mph	0-1ft 7s	17°C 0.19mm/h
1ft 10s		Off 6mph 18mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s		Cross 5mph 8mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	1ft 5s	Cross 3mph 6mph	1ft 5s	23°C 0.2mm/h
Flat	1ft 4s	On 4mph 6mph	1ft 4s	19°C 0.85mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	1ft 8s	On 9mph 12mph	1ft 8s	21°C
1ft 10s		On 8mph 11mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 9s	On 5mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	1ft 6s	On 8mph 9mph	1ft 6s	21°C
1ft 8s	1ft 8s	On 8mph 8mph	1ft 8s	20°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 9s	On 5mph 7mph	1ft 9s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	1ft 8s	On 8mph 7mph	1ft 8s	19°C
1-2ft 7s	1ft 8s	On 9mph 9mph	1ft 8s	19°C
0-1ft 9s	1ft 8s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 8s	15°C

Wednesday 25/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 11mph	1ft 9s	20°C
2-3ft 7s	1ft 9s	Cross 8mph 15mph	1ft 9s	20°C
3ft 7s	1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 16mph	1ft 10s	17°C 0.11mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 12mph 33mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	Cross 13mph 35mph	Flat	20°C
0-3ft 6s	Cross 10mph 34mph	Flat	19°C

Friday 27/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-6ft 9s	2ft 5s	On 9mph 19mph	2ft 5s	17°C 0.13mm/h
8-10ft 10s	1-2ft 5s	On 10mph 19mph	1-2ft 5s	17°C 0.08mm/h
6-7ft 9s	1ft 5s	On 8mph 18mph	1ft 5s	15°C

Saturday 28/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5-6ft 10s	2ft 8s	Cross 6mph 6mph	2ft 8s	18°C
5ft 10s	2-3ft 8s	Cross 6mph 7mph	2-3ft 8s	18°C
4-5ft 10s	3ft 9s	Cross 6mph 14mph	3ft 9s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	2ft 5s	Cross 8mph 12mph	2ft 5s	19°C
2ft 9s	1-2ft 4s	Cross 8mph 12mph	1-2ft 4s	18°C
1ft 8s	1ft 4s	Off 7mph 13mph	1ft 4s	17°C

Location guide

Lacanau, France is a well-known gem for surfing enthusiasts due to its remarkable waves and consistent surf conditions. The vibrancy of the Atlantic Ocean and the resulting surf conditions make this location the perfect spot to ride some waves. One of the key factors that contribute to the excellent surfing conditions is the advantageous orientation of Lacanau's coastline. Directed towards the Atlantic, the beach welcomes powerful groundswells and prevailing westerly winds, leading to regular and thrilling waves. However, ideally, surfers hope for winds from the east because they can make the waves cleaner to ride. At Lacanau, beach breaks are the main happening, and they offer both left and right-hand waves that can make any surfer's ride enjoyable. This charming coastal town's surf quality isn't just down to its stunning orientation, but also the gradient and composition of the seabed, which holds the key to the formation of those fantastic wave shapes. The size of the waves typically ranges from 1-3 meters, but sometimes can push even further, significantly under favorable weather patterns and sea tides. The surf conditions can be affected by the tide, with low to incoming tide often providing the best conditions. However, the spot generally provides good surf through all stages of the tide, encouraging surfers to squeeze in a session whenever they can. Moreover, the summer season generally sees small to medium wave sizes, making it ideal for beginner or intermediate surfers. As we head into autumn and winter months, the swells become larger, and the waves become more powerful, making it a more suitable period for experienced surfers. In conclusion, Lacanau is indeed a haven for surfers, from beginners to seasoned riders. Its inviting, consistent waves paired with the stunning scenery make it the perfect surfing destination. However, do remember, regardless of the welcomed surfing conditions at Lacanau, safety precautions are always a surfer's prime interest, including observing local wave rules and understanding the potential risks of each surf zone.

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Last updated: 20/09/24 12:00am