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minehead Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:23am

Swell

2ft

Onshore wind

8mph

12mph

Falling tide

Low

09:25am

Weather

7°C

9°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 29 Mar

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s		Cross 5mph 8mph	Flat	2°C
1-2ft 10s	1ft 8s	On 4mph 5mph	1ft 8s	2°C
2ft 8s	1ft 12s	On 6mph 7mph	1ft 12s	4°C
1-2ft 9s	1ft 9s	On 9mph 12mph	1ft 9s	8°C
1ft 11s		On 12mph 14mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 11s		Cross 14mph 19mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 11s		Cross 12mph 25mph	Flat	8°C
1ft 11s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 28mph	0-1ft 7s	8°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 7s	Cross 14mph 24mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 8s	Cross 13mph 20mph	Flat	13°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 10mph 16mph	Flat	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 10s	11°C
1ft 10s	1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 9s	14°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 7mph 10mph	1ft 8s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	0-1ft 6s	Off 16mph 29mph	0-1ft 6s	9°C
1ft 12s		Off 19mph 27mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 12s		Off 17mph 30mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	0-1ft 9s	Off 12mph 20mph	0-1ft 9s	10°C
1ft 11s		Off 14mph 18mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 11s		Off 12mph 18mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	Cross 13mph 22mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 10s	Off 15mph 19mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 10s	Off 13mph 19mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 11mph 20mph	Flat	12°C
Flat	Cross 15mph 19mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 13mph 21mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 9mph 15mph	Flat	13°C
Flat	Cross 12mph 17mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 15mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	Cross 3mph 4mph	Flat	13°C
0-1ft 10s	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	16°C 0.22mm/h
Flat	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	16°C 0.56mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Off 8mph 9mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	14°C

Historical data

Location guide

Surfing in the coastal town of Minehead, in Somerset, United Kingdom, is typically controlled by the weather and tidal conditions. The place is not a traditional surfing spot due to its situation in the Bristol Channel, which limits the frequency and intensity of surfable waves. Surfers hoping to catch a wave need to be very observant of wind patterns and tidal swings. A strong southwesterly wind is conducive for creating surfable waves in Minehead. The town's beach is skirted by a seawall, which you'll need to consider when paddling out. In terms of tides, Minehead offers the potential for an excellent surf during the incoming tide, mainly towards high tide. With a gentle beach shore and an outer sandbar, the conditions can form a rideable, albeit often small, wave. The weather, too, plays a significant role in the surfing conditions at Minehead. British weather can be unpredictable at times with sunny, calm weather turning into a heavy downpour within minutes. Wear appropriate thermal surf gear to stave off the chill. For beginners, Minehead's moderate and often mellow waves can prove to be an excellent training ground. They can practice their paddling, standing, and turning techniques here. However, for seasoned surfers, the inconsistent and often small waves can be a little less challenging. In summary, Minehead's coastal conditions are characteristically serene and better suited for leisurely beachgoers and beginner surfers. For experienced surfers searching for high-action surf, Minehead may not be the ideal spot, although the occasional southwesterly wind may throw up a few surprises. Irrespective of your skill level, remember to check local weather and tide reports, and always respect the sea's power.

minehead Surf Report

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Last updated: 29/03/25 12:00am

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