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Live conditions
Local time
07:56am
Swell
5ft
11s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
11mph
17mph
Falling tide
Low
12:47pm
Weather
6°C
7°C
6/5mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5ft 12s | 1-2ft 9s | Cross 10mph 15mph | 1-2ft 9s | 6°C | |
5ft 12s | 2-3ft 14s | Cross 9mph 14mph | 2-3ft 14s | 6°C | |
5ft 11s | 3-4ft 14s | Cross 11mph 17mph | 3-4ft 14s | 6°C | |
4-5ft 11s | 2-3ft 12s | Cross 12mph 17mph | 2-3ft 12s | 7°C | |
4ft 11s | 1ft 5s | Cross 12mph 14mph | 1ft 5s | 9°C | |
4ft 11s | 0-2ft 6s | Cross 10mph 13mph | 0-2ft 6s | 8°C | |
4-5ft 12s | 2ft 11s | Cross 9mph 14mph | 2ft 11s | 6°C | |
5ft 13s | 1ft 7s | Cross 9mph 14mph | 1ft 7s | 6°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
5-6ft 13s | 4-5ft 15s | Cross 10mph 12mph | 4-5ft 15s | 7°C | |
6-7ft 16s | 4-5ft 14s | Cross 9mph 11mph | 4-5ft 14s | 9°C | |
8ft 16s | 3ft 17s | Cross 9mph 11mph | 3ft 17s | 9°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6-7ft 14s | 1ft 3s | Cross 5mph 5mph | 1ft 3s | 10°C 0.06mm/h | |
6ft 14s | 1ft 8s | On 5mph 5mph | 1ft 8s | 10°C | |
6ft 13s | 1-3ft 16s | Cross 3mph 4mph | 1-3ft 16s | 10°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3-4ft 11s | 0-1ft 17s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 0-1ft 17s | 8°C | |
1-3ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 9mph 12mph | 1ft 10s | 9°C | |
0-1ft 14s | 0-1ft 15s | Cross 8mph 11mph | 0-1ft 15s | 8°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2-3ft 12s | 0-1ft 5s | Off 10mph 18mph | 0-1ft 5s | 7°C | |
2ft 12s | 1ft 8s | Off 10mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 8°C | |
1-2ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Off 11mph 16mph | 1ft 8s | 8°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 8s | 1ft 4s | Off 3mph 4mph | 1ft 4s | 7°C 0.07mm/h | |
1ft 8s | 1ft 4s | Cross 3mph 4mph | 1ft 4s | 8°C 0.13mm/h | |
0-1ft 6s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 8mph 13mph | 0-1ft 5s | 8°C 0.64mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1-4ft 13s | 2-3ft 16s | Cross 24mph 41mph | 2-3ft 16s | 9°C 0.9mm/h | |
5-6ft 11s | 2-4ft 12s | Cross 34mph 54mph | 2-4ft 12s | 11°C 1.99mm/h | |
5ft 11s | 1-2ft 7s | Cross 28mph 46mph | 1-2ft 7s | 11°C 0.88mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
9ft 12s | 1ft 8s | Cross 29mph 41mph | 1ft 8s | 8°C 0.48mm/h | |
8-14ft 11s | 1ft 8s | Cross 26mph 37mph | 1ft 8s | 9°C 0.64mm/h | |
10-17ft 13s | 1ft 8s | Cross 25mph 34mph | 1ft 8s | 8°C 0.52mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 11s | Cross 22mph 32mph | Flat | 8°C 0.11mm/h | ||
6-11ft 10s | Cross 20mph 29mph | Flat | 9°C 0.07mm/h | ||
14ft 15s | Cross 19mph 28mph | Flat | 9°C 0.08mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 12s | 1-2ft 17s | Cross 37mph 55mph | 1-2ft 17s | 12°C 1.66mm/h | |
6-7ft 12s | 2-4ft 18s | Cross 40mph 58mph | 2-4ft 18s | 12°C 0.97mm/h | |
7-9ft 15s | 2-4ft 15s | Cross 39mph 57mph | 2-4ft 15s | 11°C 0.41mm/h |
Historical data
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.