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magilligan Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:31pm

Swell

5ft

17s

Cross wind

Cross

15mph

37mph

Falling tide

Low

04:07pm

Weather

7°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 14s	0-2ft 9s	Cross 17mph 40mph	0-2ft 9s	8°C
4ft 15s	2ft 14s	Off 23mph 50mph	2ft 14s	9°C 1.08mm/h
4ft 16s	1-2ft 8s	Off 26mph 53mph	1-2ft 8s	11°C 2.46mm/h
4ft 17s		Cross 28mph 55mph	Flat	12°C 0.78mm/h
4-5ft 17s	1ft 8s	Cross 22mph 44mph	1ft 8s	10°C 0.33mm/h
5ft 17s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 15mph 34mph	1-2ft 6s	7°C
4-5ft 17s	2-3ft 9s	Cross 15mph 31mph	2-3ft 9s	7°C
4ft 17s	2-3ft 9s	Cross 15mph 34mph	2-3ft 9s	7°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 15s	3ft 8s	Cross 11mph 20mph	3ft 8s	8°C
4ft 15s	2ft 7s	Cross 11mph 19mph	2ft 7s	9°C
4ft 15s	2ft 4s	Cross 9mph 16mph	2ft 4s	8°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 13s	Cross 24mph 52mph	Flat	9°C 1.59mm/h
3ft 13s	Cross 19mph 45mph	Flat	10°C 0.96mm/h
3ft 14s	Cross 21mph 44mph	Flat	10°C

Monday 24 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 17s	2-3ft 15s	Cross 14mph 28mph	2-3ft 15s	6°C
7ft 17s	3-4ft 12s	Cross 14mph 29mph	3-4ft 12s	8°C 0.16mm/h
7ft 17s	3ft 17s	Cross 11mph 26mph	3ft 17s	6°C 0.19mm/h

Tuesday 25 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 14s	2ft 14s	Cross 8mph 20mph	2ft 14s	5°C 0.09mm/h
6ft 13s	2ft 13s	Cross 10mph 17mph	2ft 13s	7°C 0.13mm/h
6-7ft 13s	2ft 14s	Cross 8mph 14mph	2ft 14s	6°C 0.08mm/h

Wednesday 26 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 11s	1-3ft 11s	Cross 8mph 21mph	1-3ft 11s	4°C 0.1mm/h
5ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 11mph 18mph	1ft 6s	6°C 0.25mm/h
5ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 8mph 16mph	1ft 4s	4°C 0.11mm/h

Thursday 27 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 14s	2ft 12s	Off 9mph 26mph	2ft 12s	3°C 0.11mm/h
6ft 15s	1ft 11s	Cross 13mph 35mph	1ft 11s	5°C 0.42mm/h
6ft 15s	1ft 10s	Cross 15mph 40mph	1ft 10s	6°C 0.88mm/h

Friday 28 Feb

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 13s	2-3ft 13s	Cross 5mph 9mph	2-3ft 13s	4°C
5ft 12s	1-4ft 12s	Cross 7mph 11mph	1-4ft 12s	6°C
5ft 12s	2-5ft 14s	Cross 10mph 18mph	2-5ft 14s	5°C 0.22mm/h

Saturday 01 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 11s	1ft 11s	Cross 11mph 23mph	1ft 11s	4°C
4ft 12s	1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 19mph	1ft 14s	5°C 0.76mm/h
4-6ft 16s	1ft 16s	Off 4mph 10mph	1ft 16s	4°C 1.61mm/h

Sunday 02 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6-7ft 16s	0-2ft 5s	On 11mph 19mph	0-2ft 5s	6°C 0.1mm/h
5-6ft 15s	3ft 11s	On 12mph 21mph	3ft 11s	6°C 0.16mm/h
4-5ft 13s	3-4ft 14s	Cross 12mph 22mph	3-4ft 14s	6°C 0.28mm/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.