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paignton Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:41am

Swell

2ft

12s

Cross wind

Cross

3mph

5mph

Falling tide

Low

12:47pm

Weather

5°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 4mph 6mph	Flat	5°C
0-2ft 5s		Cross 2mph 5mph	Flat	5°C
2ft 12s		Cross 3mph 5mph	Flat	5°C
2ft 12s		Cross 4mph 6mph	Flat	6°C
2ft 11s		Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	8°C
2ft 11s		Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	7°C
2ft 11s		Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	7°C
1-2ft 9s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 7mph	0-1ft 6s	6°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 17s	Off 4mph 4mph	1ft 17s	5°C
Flat	2ft 17s	Cross 4mph 5mph	2ft 17s	7°C
0-2ft 8s	2-3ft 15s	On 3mph 4mph	2-3ft 15s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 12s	2ft 13s	Cross 5mph 5mph	2ft 13s	8°C
1-3ft 8s	2ft 13s	Cross 3mph 3mph	2ft 13s	10°C
Flat	2ft 13s	Cross 2mph 2mph	2ft 13s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 10s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 10s	9°C
1ft 12s	1ft 10s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1ft 10s	9°C
Flat	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 9s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 5s	Off 15mph 19mph	1ft 5s	7°C
0-2ft 9s	1ft 4s	Off 16mph 19mph	1ft 4s	8°C 0.09mm/h
2ft 12s		Off 16mph 19mph	Flat	7°C 0.07mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 5s	1ft 5s	Off 5mph 7mph	1ft 5s	6°C
1ft 4s	1ft 5s	Cross 2mph 4mph	1ft 5s	7°C
1ft 5s	1ft 4s	Cross 6mph 8mph	1ft 4s	8°C

Friday 24 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 15s		Cross 18mph 32mph	Flat	8°C 0.62mm/h
1-2ft 14s		Cross 29mph 48mph	Flat	10°C 1.83mm/h
1-2ft 8s	0-1ft 14s	On 31mph 50mph	0-1ft 14s	11°C 1.26mm/h

Saturday 25 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 15s	1ft 11s	On 25mph 39mph	1ft 11s	7°C 0.24mm/h
2ft 14s	0-1ft 9s	On 26mph 38mph	0-1ft 9s	8°C 0.47mm/h
3-4ft 13s	0-1ft 8s	On 24mph 36mph	0-1ft 8s	8°C 0.62mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-4ft 13s	1ft 6s	On 20mph 31mph	1ft 6s	8°C
2-3ft 11s		On 20mph 30mph	Flat	9°C
3-4ft 15s		On 16mph 26mph	Flat	8°C

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s		Cross 42mph 64mph	Flat	11°C 4.16mm/h
2-5ft 10s	0-1ft 18s	On 45mph 69mph	0-1ft 18s	11°C 3.81mm/h
3-6ft 9s	1ft 17s	On 41mph 65mph	1ft 17s	10°C 1.54mm/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.