United Kingdom › Bridgend County Borough › Porthcawl
Live conditions
Local time
08:41am
Swell
1ft
6s
Cross-onshore wind
Cross
15mph
28mph
Falling tide
Low
02:29pm
Weather
11°C
11°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1ft 5s | 0-1ft 5s | On 13mph 25mph | 0-1ft 5s |  11°C 0.12mm/h |
 | 1-2ft 6s | On 14mph 27mph | Flat | 11°C | |
 | 1-3ft 7s | Cross 15mph 28mph | Flat | 11°C | |
 | 1ft 4s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 16mph 30mph | 0-1ft 5s | 12°C 0.07mm/h |
 | 1ft 4s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 18mph 33mph | 0-1ft 4s | 12°C 0.1mm/h |
 | 0-1ft 6s | 1ft 9s | On 21mph 35mph | 1ft 9s | 12°C 0.18mm/h |
 | 1-2ft 7s | 1-2ft 8s | On 20mph 31mph | 1-2ft 8s | 11°C 0.13mm/h |
 | 2ft 4s | 1ft 7s | On 19mph 30mph | 1ft 7s |  10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 4s | 1ft 17s | On 23mph 36mph | 1ft 17s | 9°C 0.13mm/h |
| 1ft 5s | 1ft 16s | On 21mph 33mph | 1ft 16s |  9°C 0.09mm/h |
| 1-4ft 7s | 1-2ft 15s | On 16mph 26mph | 1-2ft 15s |  9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-4ft 13s | 1ft 5s | On 9mph 18mph | 1ft 5s | 7°C 0.07mm/h |
| 4ft 12s | 1ft 6s | On 9mph 11mph | 1ft 6s | 8°C 0.14mm/h |
| 4-5ft 12s | 0-1ft 8s | On 5mph 5mph | 0-1ft 8s | 6°C 0.26mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 11s | 1ft 3s | Cross 3mph 3mph | 1ft 3s |  4°C |
| 2-3ft 11s | 1ft 3s | On 2mph 3mph | 1ft 3s | 7°C |
| 2ft 11s | 1ft 3s | Cross 3mph 4mph | 1ft 3s | 6°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 7s | 1ft 8s | Cross 26mph 44mph | 1ft 8s | 10°C 1.94mm/h |
| 2ft 9s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 26mph 42mph | 0-1ft 10s | 11°C 1.15mm/h |
| 3-4ft 8s | Cross 23mph 39mph | Flat | 11°C 0.25mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-7ft 12s | 2ft 10s | Cross 14mph 25mph | 2ft 10s | 8°C 0.35mm/h |
| 4-6ft 10s | 1ft 6s | Cross 16mph 26mph | 1ft 6s | 9°C 0.34mm/h |
| 3-5ft 8s | 1-2ft 8s | Cross 16mph 27mph | 1-2ft 8s | 8°C 0.41mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 12s | 1ft 3s | On 15mph 28mph | 1ft 3s | 7°C |
| 3ft 11s | 0-2ft 5s | On 17mph 26mph | 0-2ft 5s | 8°C 0.1mm/h |
| 3ft 11s | 1-3ft 10s | On 18mph 29mph | 1-3ft 10s | 7°C 0.17mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 8s | 1ft 9s | Cross 32mph 53mph | 1ft 9s | 10°C 2.25mm/h |
| 3ft 10s | 1ft 5s | Cross 33mph 55mph | 1ft 5s | 11°C 3.07mm/h |
| 3ft 10s | 1ft 5s | On 28mph 49mph | 1ft 5s | 10°C 3.83mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6ft 13s | 1-2ft 7s | Cross 22mph 40mph | 1-2ft 7s | 8°C 1.02mm/h |
| 3ft 12s | 0-1ft 8s | On 43mph 69mph | 0-1ft 8s | 10°C 0.79mm/h |
| 4ft 13s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 42mph 69mph | 0-1ft 10s | 6°C 0.08mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6ft 14s | Cross 19mph 34mph | Flat | 7°C | |
| 2-3ft 10s | 0-1ft 17s | On 14mph 27mph | 0-1ft 17s | 8°C |
| 2ft 7s | 1ft 17s | On 13mph 25mph | 1ft 17s | 8°C |
Historical data
Location guide
As a long-time surfer, I must say that Porthcawl in the United Kingdom delivers a truly unique and captivating surfing experience. The town boasts a variety of beaches, each with its own distinctive surfing conditions, making it a favourite spot for both amateurs and seasoned surfers. Let's begin with Rest Bay, the most popular surf spot due to its consistent waves. It's an exposed beach break that provides fairly reliable surf, although summer tends to be mostly flat. Ideal swells are from the west, and waves at the beach break on both left and right. Even though the surf is good at all stages of the tide, the best time to surf here is during a rising tide. The quality of the surf isn't overshadowed by challenging conditions, making it a good spot for beginners to explore their newfound passion. Coney Beach, located more towards the town and sheltered by the harbour wall, generally has smaller and less powerful waves, offering a more relaxed surfing experience. Contrary to Rest Bay, its waves are best surfed two hours before high tide. While the waves aren't as big, they're more consistent and perfect for those seeking a laid-back surf in small to moderate swells. It's perfect for families and those who enjoy longboard surfing. Newton Beach, the most challenging, is suited to the more experienced surfers due to stronger currents and higher waves. Unlike its counterparts, the beach is sheltered by a river mouth, giving way to powerful, hollow waves, especially during high tide on a good swell. Wind conditions in Porthcawl are variable throughout the year. Autumn and winter tend to see stronger winds, generating larger swells ideal for experienced surfers. Meanwhile, spring and summer bring milder winds, leading to gentler swells that provide optimum conditions for beginner and intermediate surfers. Taking into account all of these elements, it's clear Porthcawl has some remarkable surfing conditions. The diversity of the surf spots ensures that there is something for every surfer, regardless of their skill level, and keeps them captivated and yearning to return to these engaging waters.
