porthcawl Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:55am

Swell

1ft

Onshore wind

5mph

6mph

Rising tide

High

07:40am

Weather

11°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Jun

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		On 5mph 6mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 8s		On 5mph 10mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	On 9mph 13mph	0-1ft 7s	15°C
1ft 8s		On 11mph 15mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 8s		On 12mph 16mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 7s	On 12mph 18mph	0-1ft 7s	16°C
1ft 5s	1ft 8s	On 8mph 14mph	1ft 8s	15°C
1-2ft 7s	1ft 8s	On 6mph 10mph	1ft 8s	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	On 7mph 8mph	Flat	20°C
2ft 8s	On 8mph 8mph	Flat	21°C
2ft 8s	On 6mph 7mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 12mph 16mph	Flat	21°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 13mph 16mph	0-1ft 10s	23°C
1ft 9s		Cross 12mph 19mph	Flat	22°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s		Cross 14mph 20mph	Flat	23°C
1ft 11s		Cross 13mph 18mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 9mph 16mph	0-1ft 5s	24°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s		Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 9s		Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	26°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 8s	Cross 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 8s	24°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 15mph 21mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	On 16mph 22mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	On 15mph 22mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	Cross 22mph 31mph	Flat	16°C 1.23mm/h
1ft 10s	On 23mph 31mph	Flat	16°C 0.42mm/h
1ft 10s	On 21mph 30mph	Flat	15°C 0.12mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	Cross 18mph 25mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 9s	Cross 17mph 24mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 9s	Cross 12mph 22mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	On 10mph 12mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 6s	On 12mph 14mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 7s	On 10mph 13mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 5s	On 5mph 3mph	1ft 5s	20°C
1ft 8s	1ft 5s	On 6mph 4mph	1ft 5s	21°C
1ft 8s	1ft 8s	On 7mph 7mph	1ft 8s	20°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.