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paignton Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:16am

Swell

1ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

3mph

4mph

Falling tide

Low

03:19am

Weather

10°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	1ft 8s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 8s	10°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 6s	1ft 7s	Off 5mph 7mph	1ft 7s	10°C 0.25mm/h
1ft 5s	1ft 8s	Off 7mph 10mph	1ft 8s	11°C 0.13mm/h
0-1ft 5s	0-1ft 8s	Off 10mph 13mph	0-1ft 8s	13°C
1ft 7s		Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 9s		Cross 13mph 18mph	Flat	12°C
1-2ft 8s		Cross 10mph 19mph	Flat	9°C
2ft 8s		Cross 8mph 16mph	Flat	7°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	On 11mph 14mph	Flat	12°C
1-2ft 10s	Cross 15mph 18mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 10s	Cross 15mph 24mph	Flat	11°C

Tommorrow 23 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-4ft 7s		Cross 14mph 21mph	Flat	12°C 0.09mm/h
4ft 7s	1ft 5s	Cross 13mph 18mph	1ft 5s	14°C 0.06mm/h
4ft 8s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 17mph	0-1ft 6s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	1ft 11s	Cross 6mph 4mph	1ft 11s	11°C
2ft 8s	1ft 12s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 12s	11°C
2ft 8s	1ft 13s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 13s	11°C

Friday 25 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s	1ft 13s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 13s	10°C 0.33mm/h
2ft 13s	1ft 9s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 9s	11°C 0.26mm/h
2ft 13s	1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 16mph	1ft 5s	11°C 0.35mm/h

Saturday 26 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s		Cross 10mph 9mph	Flat	10°C
2ft 12s	0-1ft 5s	On 12mph 13mph	0-1ft 5s	13°C 0.23mm/h
2ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 14mph 21mph	1ft 10s	13°C 0.21mm/h

Sunday 27 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 20mph	1ft 11s	13°C
2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 14mph 18mph	1ft 11s	14°C
2ft 9s	0-1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 18mph	0-1ft 11s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s		Off 5mph 7mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 7s	1ft 10s	Cross 3mph 5mph	1ft 10s	13°C
1ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 3mph 7mph	1ft 9s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	0-1ft 4s	Off 10mph 16mph	0-1ft 4s	12°C
2ft 10s	1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 11mph	1ft 9s	12°C
2ft 7s	1ft 11s	On 3mph 5mph	1ft 11s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	1ft 10s	On 3mph 6mph	1ft 10s	15°C
1ft 6s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 8mph	1ft 9s	14°C
1ft 7s	1ft 7s	Cross 6mph 11mph	1ft 7s	13°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.