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minehead Surf Report

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Local time
01:18am

Swell

Flat

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

1mph

Rising tide

High

03:15am

Weather

10°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 12 May

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 1mph 1mph	Flat	11°C 0.11mm/h
Flat	Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	11°C 0.47mm/h
Flat	Off 4mph 12mph	Flat	11°C 1.28mm/h
Flat	Cross 8mph 16mph	Flat	12°C 1.17mm/h
Flat	Cross 7mph 13mph	Flat	12°C 0.56mm/h
Flat	Off 9mph 17mph	Flat	13°C 0.27mm/h
0-1ft 7s	Off 9mph 23mph	Flat	11°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 6s	Off 8mph 24mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 10mph 15mph	Flat	14°C 0.05mm/h
Flat	Cross 10mph 14mph	Flat	15°C 0.15mm/h
Flat	Cross 8mph 14mph	Flat	14°C 0.14mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 2mph 3mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 5mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h
Flat	On 6mph 8mph	Flat	17°C 0.07mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 14mph 18mph	Flat	14°C
0-1ft 11s	Off 14mph 17mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 11s	Off 11mph 18mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	0-1ft 8s	Off 12mph 16mph	0-1ft 8s	15°C
1ft 10s	1ft 9s	Off 12mph 14mph	1ft 9s	17°C
1ft 10s	1ft 11s	Off 8mph 12mph	1ft 11s	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 8mph 9mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 14mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	Off 8mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 11s	Off 6mph 8mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 11s	Cross 5mph 7mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 4mph	0-1ft 7s	18°C
1ft 9s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 6mph	0-1ft 11s	19°C
1ft 10s		Cross 7mph 10mph	Flat	18°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: 12/05/25 12:00am

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