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minehead Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
10:07am

Swell

2ft

Onshore wind

7mph

11mph

Falling tide

Low

01:44pm

Weather

17°C

19°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 16 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 8s		On 10mph 23mph	Flat	13°C
3ft 8s		On 5mph 16mph	Flat	14°C
2ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	On 6mph 11mph	0-1ft 7s	15°C
1-2ft 7s	1ft 9s	On 8mph 12mph	1ft 9s	19°C
1ft 5s	0-1ft 5s	On 5mph 10mph	0-1ft 5s	18°C 0.38mm/h
1ft 6s		On 6mph 10mph	Flat	17°C 0.2mm/h
1ft 8s		On 7mph 15mph	Flat	17°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s		On 6mph 16mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 11mph 13mph	Flat	22°C
Flat	On 6mph 8mph	Flat	23°C
1-2ft 7s	On 8mph 10mph	Flat	22°C 0.14mm/h

Tommorrow 18 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		On 8mph 9mph	Flat	21°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s	0-1ft 4s	On 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 4s	21°C 0.36mm/h
1ft 6s		On 9mph 12mph	Flat	20°C 0.51mm/h

Saturday 19 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 9mph 20mph	1ft 7s	14°C 0.24mm/h
1ft 5s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 12mph 19mph	0-1ft 10s	15°C 0.76mm/h
1ft 7s		On 11mph 18mph	Flat	14°C 0.8mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 5s	On 17mph 21mph	Flat	17°C 0.07mm/h
0-1ft 4s	Cross 14mph 18mph	Flat	18°C 0.56mm/h
Flat	On 14mph 15mph	Flat	17°C 0.64mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 11mph 13mph	Flat	19°C
0-1ft 5s	On 14mph 16mph	Flat	19°C
0-1ft 5s	On 14mph 16mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 8mph 15mph	Flat	17°C 0.09mm/h
1ft 7s	On 17mph 24mph	Flat	20°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s	On 13mph 25mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 14mph 17mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	On 13mph 15mph	Flat	21°C
0-1ft 5s	On 16mph 21mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 9mph 10mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	1ft 4s	Cross 10mph 10mph	1ft 4s	22°C
Flat	0-1ft 4s	Cross 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 4s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 7s		Cross 8mph 7mph	Flat	20°C
0-1ft 6s		Cross 9mph 7mph	Flat	21°C
0-1ft 7s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 11mph	0-1ft 5s	19°C

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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.

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Last updated: 16/07/25 12:00am

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