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paignton Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:03pm

Swell

1ft

Cross wind

Cross

8mph

10mph

Rising tide

High

04:18pm

Weather

14°C

15°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 13 May

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 13mph 19mph	Flat	12°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 17mph	Flat	12°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 16mph	Flat	13°C
1-2ft 7s	Cross 10mph 14mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 4s	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 4s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 4s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 3s	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	12°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 9mph 13mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 5s	Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 5s	On 2mph 2mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 5s	On 5mph 8mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 10mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 8mph 8mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 8s	On 5mph 5mph	Flat	15°C

Saturday 17 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 11mph	1ft 14s	15°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 14s	Cross 8mph 12mph	1ft 14s	16°C
1ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 9mph 14mph	1ft 12s	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 8mph 13mph	1ft 12s	14°C
1ft 8s	1ft 8s	Cross 8mph 13mph	1ft 8s	16°C
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	Off 9mph 13mph	1ft 6s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	0-1ft 8s	Off 12mph 19mph	0-1ft 8s	13°C
1ft 10s	1ft 8s	Cross 13mph 26mph	1ft 8s	14°C
1ft 10s	1ft 6s	Off 12mph 27mph	1ft 6s	14°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 12mph 16mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 8s		Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	14°C
1-2ft 5s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 8mph 10mph	0-1ft 7s	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 6mph 10mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	16°C
0-1ft 7s	On 13mph 18mph	Flat	15°C

Thursday 22 May

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 15mph 19mph	Flat	14°C 0.47mm/h
Flat	0-1ft 8s	Cross 15mph 18mph	0-1ft 8s	14°C 0.19mm/h
0-1ft 9s	0-1ft 7s	On 14mph 19mph	0-1ft 7s	13°C 0.1mm/h

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.