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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
10:23pm

Swell

Flat

Offshore wind

Off

21mph

28mph

Falling tide

Low

12:09am

Weather

10°C

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 11s	8°C
1-2ft 7s	1ft 10s	Cross 13mph 14mph	1ft 10s	8°C
1ft 7s	1ft 10s	Cross 15mph 18mph	1ft 10s	8°C
1ft 7s	1ft 9s	Cross 13mph 15mph	1ft 9s	8°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 10mph 10mph	0-1ft 7s	8°C
0-1ft 7s		Off 8mph 8mph	Flat	9°C
Flat		Off 14mph 17mph	Flat	9°C
Flat		Off 21mph 28mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 27mph 36mph	Flat	12°C 0.08mm/h
Flat	Off 23mph 33mph	Flat	12°C
Flat	Off 27mph 39mph	Flat	13°C 0.14mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 17mph 18mph	Flat	8°C
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 13mph 13mph	0-1ft 8s	9°C
0-1ft 5s	1ft 7s	On 16mph 19mph	1ft 7s	9°C 0.16mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	Cross 44mph 56mph	Flat	9°C
1ft 9s	Cross 43mph 51mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 10s	Cross 41mph 47mph	Flat	8°C

Sunday 08 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s		Cross 30mph 36mph	Flat	6°C 0.17mm/h
2ft 10s		Cross 37mph 44mph	Flat	6°C 0.58mm/h
2ft 8s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 38mph 46mph	0-1ft 8s	6°C 0.6mm/h

Monday 09 Dec

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	1ft 10s	Cross 40mph 44mph	1ft 10s	8°C 0.27mm/h
2ft 4s	0-1ft 8s	On 38mph 40mph	0-1ft 8s	8°C 0.17mm/h
2ft 4s	0-1ft 9s	On 37mph 39mph	0-1ft 9s	8°C 0.15mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 30mph 33mph	Flat	8°C 0.1mm/h
0-1ft 6s	Cross 26mph 32mph	Flat	8°C 0.21mm/h
0-1ft 7s	Cross 27mph 33mph	Flat	8°C 0.3mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	Cross 9mph 7mph	Flat	6°C
2ft 7s	Cross 8mph 6mph	Flat	6°C
1ft 5s	Cross 7mph 6mph	Flat	5°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 23mph 25mph	Flat	8°C 0.19mm/h
Flat	Off 23mph 25mph	Flat	9°C 0.33mm/h
Flat	Off 20mph 23mph	Flat	9°C 0.91mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 16mph 17mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 17mph 19mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 21mph 24mph	Flat	7°C 0.14mm/h

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Location guide

Surfing in Margate, located on the southeast coast of the United Kingdom, presents a unique set of conditions for surfers. This charming seaside resort is primarily known for its sandy beaches and burgeoning arts scene, but surfing conditions here are often underestimated. The surf at Margate is predominantly influenced by the English Channel which offers typically small to medium swell conditions. The best surf is generally found during the autumn and winter months where the incoming Atlantic storms generate larger swells. However, the water temperature can be quite cold during this time, easily reaching single digits. Thus, a full surfing suit, including boots, gloves, and even a hood, is essential to handle the chill. Different tides offer varied surfing experiences here. There's a pleasant balance between beach and reef breaks in Margate, meaning surfers of varying skill levels can find suitable spots. Beach breaks are more prevalent, particularly towards the southern end in a spot known as the Nayland Rock shelter. This area seems to work best at low to mid-tide with a decent south-east swell. One distinctive feature about surfing at Margate is the wind. UK's coastal regions are famously windy, and Margate is no exception. For the perfect surf, you want the wind coming from the west, as the beach faces more towards the east. An onshore breeze can make conditions choppy, but when the wind swings around to a more favourable direction, you can score clean, ridable waves. On a good day, you might see lines stretching out into the English Channel, each one holding potential for an exhilarating ride. While Margate doesn’t offer the big wave experience like some of the world’s more famous surfing spots, it's a great place to test your mettle against some of England's more challenging conditions. Patience is key here - the wait for the right surf conditions can be rewarding. Just don’t forget to enjoy the picturesque sunsets as the evening surf sessions draw to an end.