United Kingdom › Somerset › Minehead
Live conditions
Local time
03:24pm
Swell
2ft
7s
Cross-onshore wind
Cross
13mph
21mph
Falling tide
Low
04:07pm
Weather
11°C
10°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3ft 14s | Cross 16mph 35mph | Flat | 11°C | |
 | 3ft 14s | Cross 20mph 43mph | Flat | 11°C | |
 | 3ft 14s | Cross 25mph 52mph | Flat | 11°C | |
 | 3ft 14s | Cross 24mph 51mph | Flat |  10°C 0.89mm/h | |
 | 2-3ft 12s | Cross 20mph 40mph | Flat | 11°C 1.78mm/h | |
 | 2-3ft 10s | Cross 11mph 20mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | 4ft 15s | Cross 7mph 17mph | Flat | 8°C | |
 | 3-4ft 15s | Cross 5mph 12mph | Flat | 7°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 13s | On 12mph 24mph | Flat |  8°C | |
| 1ft 7s | On 16mph 23mph | Flat |  10°C 0.07mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 10s | On 14mph 24mph | Flat | 9°C 0.13mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 11s | 1ft 6s | Cross 24mph 44mph | 1ft 6s | 8°C |
| 1ft 6s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 27mph 47mph | 0-1ft 9s | 9°C 0.16mm/h |
| 1ft 6s | 1ft 15s | Cross 28mph 49mph | 1ft 15s | 9°C 0.65mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 13s | On 13mph 25mph | Flat | 8°C | |
| 2ft 8s | On 16mph 24mph | Flat | 10°C 0.07mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 8s | Cross 14mph 25mph | Flat | 9°C 0.11mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 10s | On 9mph 17mph | Flat | 6°C | |
| 1-3ft 12s | 0-1ft 4s | On 12mph 16mph | 0-1ft 4s | 8°C |
| 1-2ft 9s | 1ft 4s | On 10mph 16mph | 1ft 4s | 6°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 10s | 1ft 10s | Cross 9mph 20mph | 1ft 10s | 5°C 0.42mm/h |
| 1ft 11s | 1ft 10s | Cross 10mph 15mph | 1ft 10s | 7°C 1.06mm/h |
| 1-2ft 9s | 0-1ft 10s | On 7mph 10mph | 0-1ft 10s | 6°C 0.47mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 7s | Cross 11mph 21mph | Flat |  6°C | |
| 1-2ft 8s | 0-1ft 7s | Cross 17mph 22mph | 0-1ft 7s | 8°C |
| 2ft 6s | 1ft 10s | Cross 19mph 29mph | 1ft 10s | 7°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 11s | Cross 16mph 27mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 2ft 11s | 1ft 10s | Cross 14mph 19mph | 1ft 10s | 11°C 0.07mm/h |
| 2ft 12s | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 12mph 19mph | 0-1ft 8s | 10°C 0.06mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 7s | 1ft 11s | Cross 16mph 28mph | 1ft 11s | 6°C 0.06mm/h |
| 1-2ft 8s | Cross 17mph 29mph | Flat | 7°C 0.1mm/h | |
| 1ft 4s | Cross 21mph 33mph | Flat | 7°C 0.11mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3ft 9s | 1ft 7s | On 20mph 31mph | 1ft 7s | 7°C 0.15mm/h |
| 3ft 13s | 1-2ft 10s | On 21mph 33mph | 1-2ft 10s | 7°C 0.22mm/h |
| 2-3ft 9s | 1-2ft 12s | On 22mph 36mph | 1-2ft 12s | 8°C 0.61mm/h |
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.
