United Kingdom › Bridgend County Borough › Porthcawl
Live conditions
Local time
07:19am
Swell
Flat
Onshore wind
On
17mph
31mph
Rising tide
High
07:53am
Weather
12°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 8s | On 22mph 37mph | Flat |  12°C 0.06mm/h | |
 | 1ft 7s | On 22mph 36mph | Flat | 12°C 0.06mm/h | |
 | Flat | On 17mph 31mph | Flat |  12°C 0.12mm/h | |
 | Flat | On 16mph 27mph | Flat | 12°C 0.1mm/h | |
 | Flat | On 17mph 25mph | Flat | 12°C 0.06mm/h | |
 | 0-3ft 6s | On 16mph 25mph | Flat |  11°C | |
 | 1-4ft 6s | 0-1ft 7s | On 15mph 25mph | 0-1ft 7s | 11°C 0.13mm/h |
 | 0-1ft 4s | 0-1ft 11s | Cross 14mph 24mph | 0-1ft 11s | 11°C 0.49mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 6s | On 10mph 19mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 3ft 6s | On 14mph 20mph | Flat |  11°C | |
| 3ft 6s | On 14mph 22mph | Flat | 10°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 6s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 15mph 30mph | 0-1ft 4s | 9°C 0.08mm/h |
| 1ft 6s | Cross 20mph 36mph | Flat | 10°C 0.44mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 7s | Cross 24mph 42mph | Flat | 12°C 0.84mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5ft 10s | 1ft 3s | Cross 24mph 41mph | 1ft 3s | 12°C 0.43mm/h |
| 3-4ft 8s | Cross 21mph 33mph | Flat | 13°C 0.33mm/h | |
| 3-4ft 7s | Cross 14mph 24mph | Flat | 12°C 0.07mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | 1ft 10s | On 30mph 46mph | 1ft 10s | 10°C 0.23mm/h |
| 1-2ft 8s | 1ft 10s | On 32mph 48mph | 1ft 10s | 11°C 0.28mm/h |
| 1-2ft 10s | 1ft 10s | On 29mph 42mph | 1ft 10s | 10°C 0.34mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 9s | 1ft 9s | On 23mph 32mph | 1ft 9s | 9°C 0.49mm/h |
| 1ft 10s | 1ft 17s | On 20mph 30mph | 1ft 17s | 9°C 0.37mm/h |
| 1-2ft 10s | Cross 18mph 30mph | Flat | 9°C 0.2mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 8s | Cross 13mph 24mph | Flat | 11°C 0.08mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 7s | Cross 12mph 22mph | Flat | 13°C | |
| 2ft 9s | 0-1ft 11s | Cross 10mph 21mph | 0-1ft 11s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 12s | Cross 17mph 34mph | Flat | 12°C 1.75mm/h | |
| 4ft 11s | Cross 18mph 33mph | Flat | 12°C 1.51mm/h | |
| 4ft 11s | 0-1ft 18s | Cross 19mph 32mph | 0-1ft 18s | 12°C 0.84mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5ft 15s | On 12mph 19mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 5ft 15s | 1ft 15s | On 14mph 20mph | 1ft 15s | 12°C 0.09mm/h |
| 5ft 15s | 1ft 14s | Cross 12mph 21mph | 1ft 14s | 11°C 0.15mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 13s | 1ft 12s | Cross 20mph 37mph | 1ft 12s | 11°C 0.36mm/h |
| 2-3ft 12s | 1ft 9s | Cross 27mph 45mph | 1ft 9s | 12°C 0.88mm/h |
| 3-4ft 9s | 1ft 6s | On 26mph 42mph | 1ft 6s | 13°C 1.27mm/h |
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.
