lacanau Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:24pm

Swell

4ft

7s

Onshore wind

On

13mph

25mph

Falling tide

Low

11:12pm

Weather

11°C

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 20 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	7-8ft 12s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 20mph	1ft 12s	9°C 0.2mm/h
	6-7ft 12s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 22mph	1ft 11s	10°C 0.16mm/h
	5-6ft 12s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 15mph 27mph	1-2ft 6s	11°C 0.77mm/h
	3-4ft 12s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 19mph 33mph	0-1ft 10s	10°C 2.95mm/h
	4ft 11s	1ft 11s	Cross 18mph 33mph	1ft 11s	11°C 2.6mm/h
	4ft 10s	1ft 11s	On 14mph 27mph	1ft 11s	12°C 0.63mm/h
	3-4ft 7s	2ft 11s	On 12mph 25mph	2ft 11s	12°C 0.16mm/h
	3-4ft 7s	2ft 11s	On 12mph 24mph	2ft 11s	11°C 0.14mm/h

Today 21 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 11s	2ft 11s	Cross 10mph 20mph	2ft 11s	13°C
	1-2ft 11s	1ft 11s	On 10mph 15mph	1ft 11s	15°C
	1-2ft 10s	1ft 10s	On 7mph 12mph	1ft 10s	13°C

Tommorrow 22 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 11s	2ft 7s	On 8mph 6mph	2ft 7s	17°C
	4ft 11s	2ft 7s	On 9mph 9mph	2ft 7s	16°C
	4ft 10s	1ft 13s	On 7mph 11mph	1ft 13s	13°C

Wednesday 23 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 10s	2ft 13s	Cross 10mph 18mph	2ft 13s	14°C
	2-3ft 11s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 20mph	1-2ft 9s	14°C
	0-2ft 14s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 9mph 19mph	1-2ft 9s	14°C

Thursday 24 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 11s	1-2ft 13s	On 8mph 11mph	1-2ft 13s	18°C 0.09mm/h
	4ft 11s	0-1ft 18s	On 8mph 10mph	0-1ft 18s	19°C
	4ft 12s	0-1ft 18s	On 6mph 9mph	0-1ft 18s	16°C

Friday 25 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 12s	2-3ft 14s	On 7mph 6mph	2-3ft 14s	18°C 0.08mm/h
	4-5ft 14s	1-2ft 10s	On 9mph 9mph	1-2ft 10s	18°C
	5ft 14s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 8mph 13mph	1-2ft 12s	15°C

Saturday 26 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 13s	1-2ft 8s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1-2ft 8s	16°C
	5ft 13s	1ft 6s	Cross 11mph 13mph	1ft 6s	16°C
	4ft 13s	2-3ft 6s	Cross 7mph 12mph	2-3ft 6s	14°C 0.06mm/h

Sunday 27 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3-4ft 12s	1ft 13s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 13s	17°C
	3ft 11s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 14s	18°C
	3ft 11s	1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 12mph	1ft 14s	16°C

Monday 28 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 10s	1ft 6s	Off 4mph 5mph	1ft 6s	21°C
	3ft 10s	1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 6mph	1ft 13s	22°C
	3ft 11s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 11mph	1ft 14s	19°C

Tuesday 29 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-3ft 10s	1-2ft 11s	Off 3mph 3mph	1-2ft 11s	20°C
	3ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 2mph 3mph	1ft 5s	19°C
	3ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 2mph 2mph	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.

Last updated: 20/04/25 12:00am

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