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rest bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:21am

Swell

1ft

Onshore wind

15mph

22mph

Falling tide

Low

09:39am

Weather

16°C

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 09 Aug

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 8s	On 12mph 18mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 6s	On 13mph 20mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 4s	On 16mph 23mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	On 18mph 22mph	Flat	18°C
0-1ft 4s	On 18mph 22mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 4s	On 16mph 20mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 10mph 15mph	Flat	15°C
1-2ft 4s	On 5mph 6mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	20°C
2ft 6s	On 6mph 6mph	Flat	22°C
1-2ft 6s	On 6mph 6mph	Flat	21°C

Tommorrow 11 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 14s	Off 8mph 12mph	0-1ft 14s	24°C
1ft 8s	1ft 14s	Cross 5mph 9mph	1ft 14s	26°C
1ft 12s	1ft 10s	Cross 5mph 7mph	1ft 10s	24°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	1ft 8s	Off 15mph 22mph	1ft 8s	28°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 16mph 21mph	1ft 8s	30°C
1ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1ft 8s	27°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s		Cross 8mph 10mph	Flat	25°C
1ft 9s	0-1ft 3s	On 7mph 9mph	0-1ft 3s	26°C
1ft 9s		On 6mph 7mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	0-1ft 7s	On 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 7s	21°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	On 12mph 15mph	0-1ft 5s	22°C
1ft 8s		On 13mph 19mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 4s	Cross 16mph 19mph	Flat	20°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 16mph 21mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	On 16mph 21mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	20°C
0-1ft 6s	On 14mph 17mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 7s	On 14mph 19mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	On 8mph 8mph	Flat	21°C
2ft 6s	On 9mph 9mph	Flat	22°C
1ft 9s	On 9mph 10mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 7s	Off 6mph 7mph	Flat	24°C
1ft 6s	Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	28°C
1ft 6s	Cross 1mph 2mph	Flat	27°C

Historical data

Location guide

Rest Bay, located in the United Kingdom, is quite a popular spot for surfers. It gets quite busy, especially during the weekends and holidays, as the area draws water sports enthusiasts, particularly surfers from across the nation. Surf conditions at Rest Bay can be challenging but exciting due to its rugged and variable landscapes. This beach break presents a variety of peaks that can offer both left and right-hand waves, thereby accommodating a multitude of surfing styles. So, whether you're more partial to building up speed on a right-hand rip or throwing yourself into a daring left-hand cutback, there's a peak at Rest Bay that will suit your style. The waves at Rest Bay are heavily dependent on the tides. At low tide, the waves flatten out, creating a relatively slow ride, while high tide makes for fast, hollow waves which experienced surfers often find satisfying. Consistent swells come from the west and the northwest, which means this beach break is at its best during off-shore easterly winds. However, while the swell and wind direction are often quite favourable here, it's important to note that conditions can change quickly. Surf forecasts are, therefore, critical here, given the variety of factors that can impact day-to-day surfing. This means that while Rest Bay can often offer the perfect wave, it also necessitates respect and understanding of the surf conditions to ensure a safe surfing session. Overall, Rest Bay offers a rewarding experience for a broad spectrum of surfers. Its steady swells, varied peaks, and dependency on tides make for a challenging yet exciting surf spot. It is a deciduous destination that requires a surfer's vigilance about changing weather conditions, but it ultimately gifts an incomparable surfing experience.