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magilligan Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:44am

Swell

1ft

Offshore wind

Off

10mph

23mph

Falling tide

Low

12:47pm

Weather

5°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 20mph	1ft 11s	6°C
2ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 9mph 20mph	1ft 12s	5°C
1-2ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 10mph 23mph	1ft 12s	5°C
0-1ft 7s	1ft 10s	On 10mph 26mph	1ft 10s	6°C
1-2ft 14s	1ft 9s	Cross 10mph 31mph	1ft 9s	8°C
2ft 14s	1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 27mph	1ft 8s	8°C
2ft 13s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 24mph	0-1ft 8s	6°C
1ft 13s		Cross 11mph 27mph	Flat	7°C

Today 19 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-2ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Off 6mph 14mph	0-1ft 9s	6°C
3ft 16s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 15mph	1ft 9s	8°C
3ft 16s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1ft 9s	7°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 13s		Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	0-1ft 13s	Cross 3mph 5mph	0-1ft 13s	7°C
0-1ft 11s	1ft 12s	Cross 3mph 3mph	1ft 12s	6°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 14mph	1ft 11s	5°C
Flat	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 11mph	1ft 10s	6°C
0-2ft 11s	1ft 11s	Off 2mph 2mph	1ft 11s	6°C

Wednesday 22 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 8s	1ft 10s	Cross 4mph 7mph	1ft 10s	2°C
3ft 8s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 7mph 16mph	0-1ft 11s	4°C
2-3ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 11mph	1ft 9s	3°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 7mph 18mph	Flat	4°C 0.07mm/h
Flat	Cross 7mph 17mph	Flat	4°C
Flat	Cross 7mph 15mph	Flat	4°C

Friday 24 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 15s	2ft 12s	Off 18mph 33mph	2ft 12s	3°C 1.07mm/h
2ft 15s	2-3ft 9s	Off 26mph 47mph	2-3ft 9s	5°C 2.44mm/h
2-3ft 12s	3ft 11s	Cross 25mph 49mph	3ft 11s	6°C 0.62mm/h

Saturday 25 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6-7ft 18s	2ft 11s	Cross 17mph 42mph	2ft 11s	3°C 0.16mm/h
7-8ft 18s	2ft 12s	Cross 21mph 45mph	2ft 12s	4°C
8ft 18s	2-3ft 11s	Cross 19mph 43mph	2-3ft 11s	4°C

Sunday 26 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 15s	1ft 9s	Cross 15mph 40mph	1ft 9s	4°C 1.28mm/h
5ft 15s	1ft 10s	Cross 16mph 37mph	1ft 10s	5°C 0.22mm/h
5-6ft 15s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 16mph 36mph	1-2ft 9s	6°C 0.18mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 14s	1ft 9s	Cross 19mph 42mph	1ft 9s	5°C 0.3mm/h
6-7ft 14s	1ft 4s	Cross 21mph 45mph	1ft 4s	5°C 0.5mm/h
7ft 14s	1ft 5s	Cross 25mph 52mph	1ft 5s	5°C 1.57mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Surfing at Magilligan in the United Kingdom presents a unique challenge. Aptly located on the northernmost coast, the waves found here can be as intriguing as they are complex. This location truly offers a different kind of surfing experience, due in part to its geographical position, backed by Northern Ireland's sprawling landscapes and dramatic scenery. The water at Magilligan can be an exhilarating balance of calm and tumultuous, leading to diverse conditions. On the more tranquil days, beginners may find it a suitable spot to wet their boards and get a taste of the thrill. However, more often than not, the sea here is more suited for experienced surfers who understand how to navigate more ambitious waves. The tide is generally medium to high which presents more complexity for the surfers and makes this location not ideal for beginners. The surf in this region is heavily influenced by wind direction. The best waves usually come after strong south-easterly winds. The wave height varies from small to medium, and you'd typically encounter beach breaks. These waves break in different places each time, making each surf session an unpredictable adventure. Waves aside, the water temperature at Magilligan can be rather unwelcoming, especially during the fall and winter months. It is advisable to have a good quality wetsuit, boots, and gloves to ward off the chill. Despite the cold, the compelling beauty and challenging waves at Magilligan lure surfers from around the globe. In conclusion, Magilligan can be quite the destination for those who enjoy a more challenging surf and aren't afraid of a little cold. Thanks to its unique geographical advantages and the rough beauty of the Northern Irish landscape, a surfing expedition here can indeed be a memorable adventure.