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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:19am

Swell

1ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

16mph

22mph

Rising tide

High

04:42am

Weather

19°C

18°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 20/09

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s	Cross 16mph 22mph	Flat	19°C 0.2mm/h
2ft 7s	Cross 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C 0.08mm/h
2ft 7s	On 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C
1-2ft 7s	On 18mph 22mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 6s	On 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 6s	On 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 6s	On 15mph 20mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 4s	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	Cross 12mph 13mph	Flat	18°C 0.09mm/h
2ft 6s	Cross 11mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 4s	Cross 14mph 18mph	Flat	18°C 0.1mm/h

Sunday 22/09

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	Cross 12mph 13mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	17°C 0.14mm/h
1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 17mph 20mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 5s	Off 18mph 23mph	Flat	18°C 0.27mm/h
0-1ft 5s	Off 21mph 25mph	Flat	17°C 0.21mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Off 13mph 15mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Off 11mph 12mph	Flat	18°C 0.05mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 6s	Off 14mph 17mph	0-1ft 6s	17°C 0.37mm/h
1ft 6s		Off 17mph 22mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 7s		Off 18mph 25mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 23mph 34mph	Flat	16°C 0.56mm/h
Flat	Off 34mph 47mph	Flat	17°C 0.28mm/h
Flat	Off 38mph 49mph	Flat	17°C

Friday 27/09

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 10s	Cross 31mph 39mph	1ft 10s	16°C 0.4mm/h
Flat	1ft 10s	Cross 33mph 39mph	1ft 10s	16°C 0.42mm/h
1-2ft 8s	0-1ft 11s	Off 35mph 37mph	0-1ft 11s	13°C 0.2mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	Cross 27mph 29mph	Flat	11°C
Flat	Cross 24mph 29mph	Flat	13°C
1-2ft 7s	Off 26mph 27mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 12s	Cross 17mph 19mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 12s	Cross 15mph 17mph	Flat	14°C

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: 20/09/24 12:00am