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margate Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:09pm

Swell

1ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

7mph

Falling tide

Low

09:46pm

Weather

16°C

15°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 07 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 2s	Cross 13mph 16mph	0-1ft 2s	15°C
1ft 7s		Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 6s		Cross 11mph 13mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 6s		Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 6s		Off 4mph 5mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 5s		Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 4s		Cross 8mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 4s		Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	On 10mph 11mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 3s	Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	13°C
0-1ft 3s	Cross 8mph 11mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	Cross 8mph 11mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		On 9mph 10mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 4s		On 6mph 8mph	Flat	15°C
0-1ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	On 7mph 8mph	0-1ft 7s	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 11mph 10mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	On 12mph 12mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	On 14mph 15mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 16mph 18mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	On 17mph 20mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	On 19mph 22mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	Cross 17mph 19mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 9s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 20mph 25mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 8s	Cross 19mph 23mph	0-1ft 8s	15°C
Flat		Cross 18mph 24mph	Flat	16°C
Flat		Cross 21mph 28mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 20mph 27mph	0-1ft 9s	15°C
1-2ft 7s		Cross 21mph 29mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 8s		Cross 22mph 30mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	14°C
1-2ft 5s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 19mph 21mph	Flat	14°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.