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lulworth cove Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
10:33pm

Swell

Flat

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

30mph

36mph

Falling tide

Low

12:09am

Weather

12°C

13°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 8mph 8mph	Flat	10°C
0-1ft 7s		Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	9°C
Flat		Cross 7mph 7mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 6s		On 7mph 8mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 8s		On 15mph 15mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 7s	0-1ft 5s	On 20mph 21mph	0-1ft 5s	12°C 0.17mm/h
Flat		Cross 24mph 28mph	Flat	12°C 0.57mm/h
Flat		Cross 30mph 36mph	Flat	12°C 0.66mm/h

Today 05 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 12s	On 16mph 22mph	0-1ft 12s	13°C 0.11mm/h
0-1ft 6s		Cross 24mph 34mph	Flat	14°C 0.31mm/h
1ft 9s		Cross 33mph 46mph	Flat	14°C 0.26mm/h

Tommorrow 06 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 8s	0-1ft 10s	On 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 10s	10°C
1-3ft 7s	0-2ft 9s	On 16mph 22mph	0-2ft 9s	11°C
1ft 9s	1-3ft 12s	On 27mph 35mph	1-3ft 12s	13°C 0.08mm/h

Saturday 07 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	1ft 8s	Cross 34mph 43mph	1ft 8s	9°C
2ft 5s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 33mph 40mph	1-2ft 7s	9°C
2-3ft 8s	1-3ft 7s	Cross 30mph 37mph	1-3ft 7s	8°C

Sunday 08 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 10s	2ft 13s	Cross 17mph 21mph	2ft 13s	7°C
3ft 11s	1-2ft 12s	Cross 25mph 32mph	1-2ft 12s	7°C
2ft 12s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 29mph 39mph	0-1ft 8s	7°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 28mph 38mph	Flat	8°C
0-1ft 9s	Off 30mph 38mph	Flat	8°C 0.07mm/h
2ft 6s	Cross 28mph 38mph	Flat	8°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 22mph 28mph	Flat	6°C
Flat	Cross 21mph 26mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 21mph 25mph	Flat	7°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 12s	Off 12mph 13mph	Flat	6°C
1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	7°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 4s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	8°C 0.1mm/h

Thursday 12 Dec

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-2ft 10s	On 16mph 18mph	Flat	11°C 0.22mm/h
2ft 6s	Cross 11mph 12mph	Flat	10°C 0.07mm/h
1-2ft 5s	Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	10°C 0.41mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-2ft 5s	Cross 12mph 20mph	Flat	8°C
3-5ft 7s	Cross 15mph 23mph	Flat	8°C 0.16mm/h
4-5ft 8s	Cross 19mph 27mph	Flat	9°C 0.62mm/h

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Location guide

Surfing conditions at Lulworth Cove, often treaded by adventure-seekers and surf enthusiasts, are usually found to be gentle and soothing at first glance. The cove is located in Dorset, along the southern coastline of the United Kingdom. It's a natural spectacle, with a near-perfect circle shaped body of water guarded by towering chalk and limestone cliffs. The beauty of the cove is certainly worth admiring, undoubtedly, yet the relatively tranquil ambience can sometimes cast a spell on its real surfing conditions. Given its enclosed nature, the waves at Lulworth Cove can be fairly calm and soothing in comparison to its neighbouring coastal surf spots. This might give an impression of it being a beginner-friendly location. However, one shouldn't be mistaken as the surf conditions here can certainly be tricky. The waves typically reach certain heights during a fair stormy condition, making it a rather unpredictable destination for surfers. Yet, these inconsistencies do have some attractions to offer. For seasoned surfers preferring a good challenge, the shifting surf spots due to tidal variations offer an opportunity to test their versatility in coping with the sudden changes. The waves, although seemingly erratic, tend to roll in and form clean lines on good days, thereby providing some level of predictability to riders who know how to interpret the sea. Furthermore, with winds predominantly coming from the southwest, the cove also experiences an occasional afternoon onshore breeze, thereby altering the surf condition significantly. It adds a layer of complexity to the usual calm aura of the Cove and generates some choppy surf conditions. The abruptness requires surfers to show a keen sense of observation and adaptability, thus making the Lulworth Cove a potential hotspot for those seeking a rewarding challenge. In conclusion, Lulworth Cove serves as a subtle reminder of the deceptive calmness that the sea can often project. Its ever-changing surfing conditions are a testament to the hidden challenges beneath its tranquil facade. It's here that Lulworth Cove reveals itself as more than just a scenic tourist spot – it's a playground for the ones who dare to accept its unpredictable challenges.