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lacanau Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
10:02pm

Swell

1ft

11s

Cross wind

Cross

7mph

21mph

Rising tide

High

08:56pm

Weather

19°C

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 7mph	1ft 8s	16°C
1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 7s	18°C
1ft 6s	1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 6mph	1ft 6s	26°C
1ft 7s		Cross 3mph 5mph	Flat	31°C
1ft 7s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 10mph 10mph	0-1ft 13s	29°C
1ft 8s	1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 17mph	1ft 12s	25°C
1ft 10s	1ft 11s	Cross 7mph 22mph	1ft 11s	20°C
1-2ft 11s	1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 18mph	1ft 11s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 10s	On 10mph 11mph	1ft 10s	25°C
2-3ft 10s	1ft 13s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 13s	25°C
3ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 10mph 17mph	1ft 12s	22°C

Tommorrow 06 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 10s	29°C
3ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 12s	30°C
3ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 9mph 17mph	1ft 12s	25°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 3s	Off 5mph 6mph	1ft 3s	34°C
2ft 10s	1ft 3s	Cross 3mph 6mph	1ft 3s	36°C
2ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 6mph	1ft 6s	31°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 4s	32°C
2-3ft 10s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 11s	31°C
2ft 10s	1ft 4s	On 5mph 8mph	1ft 4s	27°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	1ft 4s	On 7mph 6mph	1ft 4s	30°C
2ft 9s	0-1ft 4s	On 7mph 6mph	0-1ft 4s	30°C
2ft 9s		Cross 6mph 10mph	Flat	26°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 5s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 5s	31°C 0.27mm/h
2ft 10s	1ft 8s	On 9mph 7mph	1ft 8s	30°C
2-3ft 10s	1ft 6s	On 7mph 11mph	1ft 6s	25°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 5mph	1ft 10s	30°C
3ft 10s	1ft 5s	On 8mph 6mph	1ft 5s	29°C
3ft 10s	1ft 9s	On 6mph 8mph	1ft 9s	25°C

Tuesday 12 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 8s	2ft 10s	Cross 5mph 7mph	2ft 10s	29°C 0.09mm/h
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	On 10mph 12mph	1ft 11s	27°C
3ft 11s	2ft 11s	On 9mph 19mph	2ft 11s	24°C

Wednesday 13 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	0-1ft 15s	Cross 6mph 6mph	0-1ft 15s	24°C 0.66mm/h
2ft 9s	0-1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 14s	28°C 0.21mm/h
2ft 9s	2ft 11s	Cross 9mph 19mph	2ft 11s	27°C 0.17mm/h

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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.