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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:23pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

13mph

14mph

Rising tide

High

05:02pm

Weather

20°C

19°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Aug

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 14mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 7s	Cross 12mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 8s	Cross 12mph 12mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 7s	Cross 12mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 14mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 14mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 7s	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 22mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 3s	1ft 4s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 4s	20°C
1ft 4s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 5s	21°C
0-1ft 6s		Off 17mph 23mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 15mph 18mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	On 17mph 20mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Off 15mph 21mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 8mph 8mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Cross 20mph 24mph	Flat	20°C

Friday 29 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 3s		On 32mph 34mph	Flat	17°C 0.35mm/h
1ft 3s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 29mph 31mph	0-1ft 5s	18°C 0.37mm/h
1-2ft 4s	1ft 4s	Cross 26mph 31mph	1ft 4s	19°C 0.39mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 5s	Cross 11mph 16mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 5s	Cross 18mph 22mph	Flat	19°C 0.05mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 3s	Cross 15mph 20mph	Flat	18°C
0-1ft 5s	Cross 16mph 21mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Cross 18mph 20mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 27mph 30mph	Flat	18°C 0.4mm/h
Flat	Off 29mph 33mph	Flat	17°C 0.28mm/h
1ft 6s	Cross 25mph 30mph	Flat	16°C 0.24mm/h

Tuesday 02 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 21mph 26mph	Flat	17°C
0-1ft 6s		Cross 24mph 26mph	Flat	18°C 0.05mm/h
1ft 4s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 20mph 27mph	0-1ft 3s	16°C 0.16mm/h

Wednesday 03 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 41mph 45mph	0-1ft 3s	15°C 0.24mm/h
1ft 6s		Cross 35mph 40mph	Flat	16°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 6s		Cross 29mph 32mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/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.

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Last updated: 25/08/25 12:00am

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