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minehead Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
11:16am

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

8mph

Rising tide

High

03:18pm

Weather

20°C

21°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s		On 7mph 19mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 8s		On 6mph 14mph	Flat	15°C
1-2ft 7s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 7mph 9mph	0-1ft 8s	18°C
1-2ft 6s		Cross 8mph 8mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 7s		Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	21°C
1ft 8s		On 9mph 13mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 8s		On 6mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 8s		Cross 5mph 13mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	On 19mph 25mph	Flat	17°C 0.07mm/h
Flat	On 18mph 22mph	Flat	17°C
0-1ft 7s	On 14mph 19mph	Flat	15°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 4s	Cross 16mph 20mph	Flat	21°C
0-1ft 7s	Cross 17mph 22mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 23mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	0-1ft 5s	On 12mph 14mph	0-1ft 5s	22°C
1-2ft 8s		On 12mph 12mph	Flat	23°C 0.07mm/h
2ft 10s		On 11mph 12mph	Flat	22°C 0.07mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	22°C
1ft 10s	On 4mph 7mph	Flat	23°C
1ft 10s	On 3mph 6mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	On 10mph 11mph	Flat	23°C
1ft 6s	On 12mph 13mph	Flat	23°C
1ft 8s	Cross 11mph 13mph	Flat	20°C

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

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 19mph	Flat	17°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 7s	On 16mph 22mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s		On 14mph 17mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 5s	0-1ft 10s	On 14mph 17mph	0-1ft 10s	17°C
1ft 6s		On 13mph 18mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 3s	Cross 16mph 26mph	Flat	15°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 17mph 29mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 5s	On 18mph 31mph	Flat	14°C 0.24mm/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.

minehead Surf Report

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Last updated: 25/06/25 12:00am

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