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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:40pm

Swell

Flat

Cross wind

Cross

26mph

42mph

Falling tide

Low

04:07pm

Weather

11°C

7°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Feb

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 17mph 25mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 2s	On 20mph 29mph	Flat	9°C
0-1ft 3s	On 22mph 33mph	Flat	9°C
Flat	Cross 21mph 34mph	Flat	10°C
Flat	Cross 24mph 39mph	Flat	11°C
Flat	Cross 24mph 38mph	Flat	11°C
Flat	Cross 19mph 30mph	Flat	10°C 0.12mm/h
Flat	On 16mph 24mph	Flat	9°C 0.47mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 3s	Cross 13mph 17mph	Flat	8°C 1.66mm/h
Flat	Cross 11mph 16mph	Flat	9°C
Flat	Cross 13mph 18mph	Flat	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 21mph 30mph	Flat	8°C
Flat	Cross 25mph 35mph	Flat	9°C
Flat	Cross 27mph 40mph	Flat	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	Cross 22mph 30mph	Flat	8°C 0.45mm/h
Flat	Cross 17mph 24mph	Flat	9°C
Flat	On 18mph 26mph	Flat	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 4s	Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	7°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		On 10mph 13mph	Flat	6°C
Flat	0-1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 14mph	0-1ft 5s	8°C
0-1ft 3s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 13mph 17mph	0-1ft 5s	8°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	5°C
Flat	On 10mph 12mph	Flat	6°C
Flat	Cross 11mph 14mph	Flat	7°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 5s	1ft 4s	On 29mph 41mph	1ft 4s	7°C
1ft 5s	0-1ft 6s	On 29mph 42mph	0-1ft 6s	8°C
1ft 6s		On 28mph 42mph	Flat	8°C

Saturday 01 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s		Cross 32mph 46mph	Flat	8°C 0.6mm/h
1ft 6s		Cross 25mph 34mph	Flat	9°C 0.06mm/h
0-1ft 4s	0-1ft 6s	On 22mph 30mph	0-1ft 6s	9°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	Off 22mph 30mph	Flat	8°C
1-2ft 6s	Cross 21mph 29mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 5s	Cross 25mph 34mph	Flat	8°C

Historical data

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.