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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
06:49pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

21mph

25mph

Rising tide

High

11:07pm

Weather

18°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 16 Sep

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 4s	Cross 34mph 40mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 5s	Cross 32mph 36mph	Flat	15°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 29mph 32mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 26mph 29mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 6s	Cross 22mph 27mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 6s	Cross 21mph 25mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 6s	Cross 20mph 23mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 7s	Cross 18mph 20mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 23mph 31mph	Flat	16°C 0.87mm/h
Flat	Off 26mph 35mph	Flat	17°C 0.33mm/h
Flat	Cross 24mph 33mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 16mph 22mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	Off 17mph 23mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Off 16mph 22mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	19°C
0-1ft 8s	Cross 9mph 9mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Off 10mph 10mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 9mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Off 9mph 12mph	Flat	17°C 0.84mm/h
Flat	On 12mph 19mph	Flat	17°C 0.91mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 28mph 34mph	Flat	16°C 0.09mm/h
Flat	Off 27mph 33mph	Flat	16°C 0.06mm/h
Flat	Off 23mph 32mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Off 27mph 30mph	Flat	15°C 0.31mm/h
1ft 12s	Off 22mph 26mph	Flat	16°C 0.11mm/h
1ft 11s	Off 15mph 22mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	16°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s	Cross 5mph 4mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 7s	Cross 6mph 5mph	Flat	16°C

Wednesday 24 Sep

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 13mph 13mph	Flat	15°C 0.16mm/h
1ft 5s	Cross 11mph 12mph	Flat	15°C 0.11mm/h
0-1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 15mph	Flat	15°C 0.11mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s	On 12mph 12mph	Flat	14°C 0.59mm/h
1-2ft 9s	On 8mph 10mph	Flat	14°C 0.22mm/h
1-2ft 8s	On 11mph 12mph	Flat	15°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.

margate Surf Report

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Last updated: 16/09/25 12:00am

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