lulworth cove Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:37am

Swell

2ft

7s

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

9mph

11mph

Rising tide

High

03:28pm

Weather

7°C

8°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 29 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 8s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 20mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2-3ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 12mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	1-2ft 8s	1ft 10s	Cross 11mph 12mph	1ft 10s	8°C
	1ft 12s		On 14mph 15mph	Flat	8°C
	1ft 12s		On 16mph 20mph	Flat	9°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 5s	On 18mph 26mph	0-1ft 5s	9°C
	0-1ft 8s	1ft 8s	On 20mph 29mph	1ft 8s	9°C

Today 30 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 9s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 17mph	0-1ft 7s	10°C
	2-3ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	12°C
	2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	12°C

Tommorrow 31 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 6s	1ft 12s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 12s	8°C
	1ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 11s	9°C
	1ft 8s	1ft 10s	Cross 10mph 13mph	1ft 10s	9°C

Tuesday 01 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 13s		Cross 24mph 33mph	Flat	8°C
	1ft 13s		Cross 25mph 34mph	Flat	8°C
	1ft 13s		Cross 26mph 37mph	Flat	9°C

Wednesday 02 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 11s	0-1ft 9s	Off 17mph 25mph	0-1ft 9s	9°C
	1ft 11s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 15mph 25mph	0-1ft 3s	9°C
	1ft 11s		Cross 14mph 26mph	Flat	9°C

Thursday 03 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 11s		Off 17mph 26mph	Flat	9°C
	1ft 11s		Cross 15mph 26mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 11s		Cross 15mph 27mph	Flat	10°C

Friday 04 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s		Cross 16mph 25mph	Flat	9°C
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 16mph 24mph	0-1ft 9s	9°C
	1ft 10s	1-2ft 11s	Cross 15mph 25mph	1-2ft 11s	10°C

Saturday 05 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 16mph 24mph	1ft 12s	9°C
	1ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 14mph 21mph	0-1ft 9s	9°C
	1ft 11s		Cross 12mph 18mph	Flat	10°C

Sunday 06 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 3mph 3mph	0-1ft 4s	10°C
	1ft 10s		On 3mph 3mph	Flat	11°C
	1ft 9s		On 4mph 4mph	Flat	11°C

Monday 07 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 9s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 7mph	0-1ft 10s	11°C
	2ft 9s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 10s	11°C
	1-2ft 9s		Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	11°C

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.

Last updated: 29/03/25 12:00am

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