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paignton Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
05:15pm

Swell

1ft

Onshore wind

12mph

16mph

Rising tide

High

05:02pm

Weather

21°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	0-1ft 9s	Off 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	16°C
1ft 10s		Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 10s		Cross 10mph 15mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 9s		Cross 13mph 17mph	Flat	21°C
1ft 7s	1ft 15s	On 13mph 18mph	1ft 15s	22°C
1ft 7s	1ft 9s	On 12mph 16mph	1ft 9s	21°C
1-2ft 16s	1ft 7s	On 9mph 11mph	1ft 7s	17°C
2-3ft 20s	1ft 7s	On 7mph 14mph	1ft 7s	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 18s	On 13mph 17mph	Flat	20°C
5ft 17s	On 15mph 18mph	Flat	21°C
5ft 17s	On 15mph 19mph	Flat	19°C

Tommorrow 27 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 14s	1-2ft 11s	On 18mph 26mph	1-2ft 11s	17°C 0.22mm/h
2ft 14s	1-2ft 8s	On 17mph 21mph	1-2ft 8s	19°C 0.1mm/h
1-2ft 13s	1ft 7s	On 14mph 18mph	1ft 7s	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 12s	On 15mph 18mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 12s	On 17mph 20mph	Flat	20°C 0.28mm/h
1ft 12s	On 16mph 20mph	Flat	19°C 0.27mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 4s	Cross 22mph 30mph	Flat	18°C
0-1ft 5s	Cross 23mph 29mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 21mph 30mph	Flat	17°C

Saturday 30 Aug

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	Cross 17mph 22mph	Flat	18°C 0.13mm/h
1ft 3s	Cross 19mph 23mph	Flat	19°C 0.11mm/h
1ft 5s	On 16mph 22mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	On 4mph 6mph	Flat	16°C
2ft 7s	Cross 5mph 9mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 14mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	On 20mph 27mph	Flat	16°C 0.24mm/h
1ft 6s	On 22mph 28mph	Flat	15°C 0.29mm/h
0-1ft 6s	Cross 23mph 34mph	Flat	14°C 0.66mm/h

Tuesday 02 Sep

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 15mph 17mph	0-1ft 5s	15°C 0.14mm/h
2-3ft 9s		Cross 27mph 37mph	Flat	15°C 4.31mm/h
2ft 10s		Cross 31mph 39mph	Flat	16°C 5.01mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	Cross 23mph 30mph	Flat	15°C
2-3ft 7s	Cross 20mph 24mph	Flat	16°C
3ft 9s	Cross 16mph 22mph	Flat	16°C

Historical data

Location guide

Paignton, located in the county of Devon in the United Kingdom, is not traditionally recognized worldwide as a surfing hotspot. However, it offers its own unique charm to the local surfing community. Its shoreline is typically graced with small and mid-sized waves, making it an ideal spot particularly for novice to intermediate surfers looking to hone their skills. While the swells in Paignton may not typically measure up to those found in popular surfing hotspots, they offer surfers a generally consistent flow to ride on. The beach is also quite expansive, making it easy to find a spot of your own without fighting for waves. Perfect for a peaceful and fulfilling surfing experience, away from the madding crowd. Surfing conditions in Paignton are quite dependent on the winds and tides. The best time to go surfing is during the times of high tide. Swells tend to pick up when the wind is quite strong, typically being brought in from the east. But even on calmer days, there's usually enough of an uplift to enable surfing. Local surfers tend to lean towards longboards, given the average small to mid-size waves. The waves break to the left and right, therefore surfers of both stances can enjoy. Moreover, several local surf schools offer lessons, catering for everyone from absolute beginners to more seasoned surfers. In terms of weather, various seasons offer different experiences. The summer is obviously the busiest time, with warmer weather and longer days giving more opportunities to hit the waves. Winter feels more for the committed enthusiasts, as the English winter sea can get quite cold. If you plan to surf during the colder months, investing in a good quality wetsuit would be important. In conclusion, Paignton offers a nice and uniquely British surfing experience. With its relatively consistent waves, expansiveness, and local community feel, it’s an underrated yet fulfilling location for surfing enthusiasts to explore. While it might not offer the giant waves seen in other parts of the world, the charm lies in its peaceful, beautiful and accessible surf. It’s where the love of surfing can be enjoyed for its essence, away from the glare and grit of mainstream surf culture.