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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
06:57am

Swell

Flat

Cross wind

Cross

21mph

27mph

Falling tide

Low

06:06am

Weather

12°C

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 06 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 23mph 29mph	Flat	13°C 0.1mm/h
Flat		Cross 21mph 27mph	Flat	13°C
0-1ft 4s		Cross 19mph 26mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 3s		Cross 18mph 25mph	Flat	14°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 2s	1ft 5s	Cross 18mph 25mph	1ft 5s	15°C 0.17mm/h
Flat	0-1ft 7s	Off 19mph 25mph	0-1ft 7s	15°C 0.25mm/h
1ft 6s		Cross 21mph 26mph	Flat	14°C 0.15mm/h
0-1ft 3s		Cross 19mph 21mph	Flat	13°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 3s	Cross 29mph 37mph	Flat	14°C 0.18mm/h
1ft 3s	Cross 32mph 43mph	Flat	15°C 0.24mm/h
1ft 3s	Cross 31mph 40mph	Flat	15°C 0.2mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 21mph 27mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	Cross 17mph 26mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 22mph 28mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 7mph 7mph	0-1ft 3s	14°C
1ft 6s		Cross 8mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 5s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 5mph 6mph	0-1ft 4s	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Off 10mph 9mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 9mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 15mph 16mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	Cross 16mph 17mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	On 18mph 21mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 17mph 24mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 20mph	Flat	16°C
1-3ft 7s	Cross 12mph 16mph	Flat	17°C 0.05mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s	Cross 12mph 15mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 6s	Cross 11mph 13mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 6s	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 5s	Cross 19mph 26mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 5s	Off 18mph 26mph	Flat	17°C
0-1ft 6s	Off 21mph 29mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	0-1ft 5s	On 9mph 10mph	0-1ft 5s	15°C
1ft 5s		Cross 11mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 5s		Cross 14mph 18mph	Flat	17°C

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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.

margate Surf Report

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Last updated: 06/06/25 12:00am

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