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perranporth beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:03am

Swell

2ft

Onshore wind

7mph

9mph

Falling tide

Low

03:34am

Weather

15°C

14°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 03 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	1-2ft 7s	On 7mph 9mph	1-2ft 7s	15°C
2ft 5s	2ft 9s	Cross 5mph 6mph	2ft 9s	15°C
2ft 6s	2ft 9s	Off 7mph 7mph	2ft 9s	16°C
2ft 6s	2ft 9s	Cross 9mph 8mph	2ft 9s	16°C
2ft 7s	1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 9mph	1ft 8s	16°C
2ft 8s	1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1ft 8s	16°C
2ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 5s	15°C
2ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 5s	15°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s	1ft 5s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 5s	17°C
1ft 7s	1ft 5s	On 15mph 18mph	1ft 5s	17°C
1ft 7s	0-1ft 4s	On 16mph 22mph	0-1ft 4s	17°C

Tommorrow 05 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	2ft 7s	Cross 21mph 31mph	2ft 7s	17°C 0.4mm/h
1ft 9s	2ft 7s	Cross 21mph 30mph	2ft 7s	17°C 0.26mm/h
2-3ft 10s	0-1ft 10s	On 19mph 29mph	0-1ft 10s	17°C 0.12mm/h

Sunday 06 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5-6ft 8s		On 20mph 23mph	Flat	16°C 0.1mm/h
7ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	On 19mph 22mph	0-1ft 7s	16°C 0.16mm/h
7ft 10s	1ft 7s	On 19mph 23mph	1ft 7s	16°C 0.17mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 9s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 21mph 25mph	1-2ft 6s	15°C
3-4ft 9s	2ft 6s	On 21mph 24mph	2ft 6s	16°C
3ft 9s	1-2ft 6s	On 18mph 23mph	1-2ft 6s	16°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 7s	1-2ft 4s	On 10mph 11mph	1-2ft 4s	16°C
3ft 7s	1ft 4s	On 11mph 12mph	1ft 4s	16°C
3ft 7s	1ft 4s	On 11mph 13mph	1ft 4s	17°C

Wednesday 09 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 15mph 22mph	0-1ft 6s	17°C
0-1ft 10s	1ft 7s	On 16mph 23mph	1ft 7s	18°C
Flat	0-1ft 6s	On 16mph 24mph	0-1ft 6s	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 5s	1ft 9s	On 15mph 21mph	1ft 9s	17°C
1-2ft 4s	1-2ft 6s	On 14mph 20mph	1-2ft 6s	17°C
1-2ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	On 13mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s	On 10mph 13mph	Flat	18°C
4ft 9s	On 10mph 14mph	Flat	18°C
4ft 9s	On 10mph 15mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 9s		On 12mph 15mph	Flat	18°C
4ft 9s	0-1ft 8s	On 12mph 16mph	0-1ft 8s	18°C
4ft 9s	1ft 4s	On 12mph 16mph	1ft 4s	18°C

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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: 03/07/25 12:00am

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