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perranporth beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:54pm

Swell

3ft

Onshore wind

8mph

10mph

Rising tide

High

03:18pm

Weather

19°C

2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 25 Jun

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	16°C
4ft 9s	Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
3-4ft 9s	Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	17°C
3ft 9s	Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	19°C
3-4ft 9s	On 11mph 14mph	Flat	19°C
3ft 9s	Cross 13mph 17mph	Flat	19°C
3ft 9s	Cross 11mph 18mph	Flat	17°C
3-4ft 9s	Cross 10mph 18mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 6s		On 16mph 21mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 4s		On 15mph 19mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 4s	0-1ft 14s	On 14mph 18mph	0-1ft 14s	16°C

Tommorrow 27 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 8s	2ft 8s	Cross 18mph 26mph	2ft 8s	19°C
4-7ft 10s	1ft 6s	Cross 19mph 28mph	1ft 6s	19°C
6-7ft 10s	1ft 3s	Cross 17mph 27mph	1ft 3s	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 10s		On 10mph 14mph	Flat	18°C
5ft 10s		On 10mph 14mph	Flat	19°C
5ft 10s	1ft 8s	On 9mph 13mph	1ft 8s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 10s	0-1ft 8s	On 7mph 8mph	0-1ft 8s	18°C
4ft 10s	1ft 11s	On 7mph 8mph	1ft 11s	18°C
4ft 10s	1-2ft 10s	On 7mph 7mph	1-2ft 10s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 10s	1-2ft 5s	On 9mph 11mph	1-2ft 5s	18°C
4ft 10s	1ft 4s	On 10mph 11mph	1ft 4s	18°C
4ft 9s	1ft 4s	Cross 9mph 11mph	1ft 4s	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 9s	2ft 10s	On 10mph 13mph	2ft 10s	16°C
3ft 9s	1ft 5s	On 10mph 12mph	1ft 5s	16°C
3ft 9s	1ft 3s	On 10mph 12mph	1ft 3s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 7s	1ft 4s	On 16mph 17mph	1ft 4s	16°C
3-5ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	On 17mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	16°C
4ft 8s		On 18mph 21mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 8s	1ft 8s	On 14mph 16mph	1ft 8s	16°C
1-2ft 5s	1ft 5s	On 14mph 17mph	1ft 5s	16°C
2-4ft 6s	0-1ft 2s	On 14mph 17mph	0-1ft 2s	16°C

Friday 04 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 21mph 29mph	1ft 5s	16°C 0.09mm/h
5ft 11s	1ft 4s	Cross 23mph 31mph	1ft 4s	17°C 0.17mm/h
5-6ft 10s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 24mph 33mph	1-2ft 7s	17°C 0.33mm/h

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Location guide

Perranporth Beach, located on the rugged north coast of Cornwall, United Kingdom, is emblematic of the England's surfing scene. This coastal stretch is known to offer a unique surfing experience thanks to the diverse conditions it presents. However, the exact conditions can vary significantly depending on multiple factors, including the time of day, the tide, the season, and even the weather. The beach, set against an approximate 3 miles of golden sands, offers a wide area conducive to surfing. The presence of consistent, good quality waves makes it particularly appealing to surfers. Beginners and intermediate surfers can find Perranporth beach a supportive environment for their surfing pursuits. The beach break waves can provide a decent ride during mid-tide, whereas, experienced surfers often thrill in the challenging waves created by sandbars at high tide. Swells at Perranporth Beach are dictated by the North Atlantic, with the best surf typically available from autumn through early spring. The winter months, albeit colder, can offer some of the best conditions with strong, consistent, and solid swells. Notably, the geographical positioning of the beach works well to produce surfable waves, as it caters to a wide range of swell directions, predominantly from the southwest through to the northwest sounds. The main hazard surfers must be mindful of at Perranporth is the rip currents, particularly during bigger swell scenarios. Rip currents are strong, narrow currents moving away from the shore and they can pose a real challenge, even to experienced surfers. Surfers should be vigilant and acquainted with the local conditions. The beach is patrolled by lifeguards during the peak season, ensuring a safer environment for surfers of all levels. In conclusion, Perranporth Beach provides a comprehensive surfing experience, offering everything from manageable, rolling waves for novice riders, to challenging swells for advanced surfers, all set in a picturesque Cornish landscape. The key lies in understanding the current conditions, respecting the power of the ocean and remaining mindful of one's skills and limitations.

perranporth beach Surf Report

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Last updated: 25/06/25 12:00am

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