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minehead Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:15am

Swell

Flat

Onshore wind

16mph

19mph

Rising tide

High

03:40pm

Weather

19°C

22°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 09 Aug

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 4mph 4mph	Flat	11°C
Flat	On 4mph 6mph	Flat	11°C
Flat	On 11mph 15mph	Flat	15°C
0-1ft 7s	On 16mph 19mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	On 16mph 19mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	On 15mph 18mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 9mph 18mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	On 5mph 9mph	Flat	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 4mph	0-1ft 9s	22°C
1ft 4s		Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 5s		Off 1mph 2mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 13mph 15mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 7s	Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 8s	Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s		Cross 18mph 24mph	Flat	27°C
1ft 11s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 15mph 19mph	0-1ft 8s	28°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 8s	24°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	Cross 13mph 16mph	Flat	27°C
1ft 9s	Cross 15mph 18mph	Flat	27°C
1ft 9s	Cross 12mph 15mph	Flat	25°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 7s	On 8mph 9mph	0-1ft 7s	24°C
1ft 5s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 10mph	0-1ft 8s	27°C
Flat		Cross 14mph 16mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 5s	Cross 15mph 17mph	Flat	22°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 17mph 19mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	Cross 15mph 19mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	On 7mph 8mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	On 11mph 11mph	Flat	25°C
Flat	On 12mph 13mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	On 7mph 8mph	Flat	24°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 10mph	Flat	26°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 10mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 7mph	Flat	25°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 7mph	Flat	28°C
Flat	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	27°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.