United Kingdom › Bridgend County Borough › Rest Bay
Live conditions
Local time
02:29am
Swell
1ft
11s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
13mph
29mph
Rising tide
High
04:42am
Weather
14°C
13°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1ft 11s | 1ft 12s | Cross 13mph 29mph | 1ft 12s | 14°C |
 | 1ft 11s | 1ft 9s | Cross 12mph 29mph | 1ft 9s |  13°C |
 | 1ft 10s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 13mph 25mph | 0-1ft 9s | 15°C |
 | 1ft 10s | 0-1ft 10s | Off 16mph 22mph | 0-1ft 10s |  18°C |
 | 1ft 10s | 0-1ft 10s | Off 14mph 19mph | 0-1ft 10s |  20°C |
 | 1ft 9s | Cross 12mph 21mph | Flat | 18°C | |
 | 1ft 9s | Cross 12mph 25mph | Flat | 16°C | |
 | 1ft 9s | Cross 11mph 26mph | Flat |  14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | Off 14mph 19mph | Flat |  18°C 0.1mm/h | |
| 1ft 8s | Off 13mph 17mph | Flat |  20°C 0.85mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 9mph 17mph | Flat | 18°C 0.7mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 10s | Off 6mph 10mph | Flat | 15°C 0.47mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | Off 2mph 4mph | Flat | 15°C 0.56mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | Cross 4mph 4mph | Flat | 14°C 0.2mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | Cross 12mph 17mph | Flat | 14°C 0.1mm/h | |
| Flat | On 10mph 14mph | Flat | 15°C 0.25mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 8s | On 6mph 8mph | Flat | 14°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | On 8mph 10mph | Flat | 16°C 0.14mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 8s | On 6mph 8mph | Flat | 17°C 0.16mm/h | |
| Flat | On 7mph 11mph | Flat | 14°C 0.08mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 7s | 1ft 5s | Cross 6mph 15mph | 1ft 5s | 12°C 0.56mm/h |
| 1ft 8s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 9mph 19mph | 0-1ft 4s | 14°C 0.49mm/h |
| 1ft 10s | Cross 12mph 22mph | Flat | 14°C 0.6mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 5s | Cross 20mph 37mph | Flat | 13°C 3.05mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 8s | Cross 23mph 36mph | Flat | 14°C 0.53mm/h | |
| Flat | 0-1ft 10s | On 23mph 34mph | 0-1ft 10s | 14°C 0.43mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 15mph 21mph | Flat | 12°C 0.52mm/h | |
| 1-3ft 9s | Cross 11mph 19mph | Flat | 10°C 0.63mm/h | |
| 3ft 11s | Cross 11mph 24mph | Flat | 9°C 0.31mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 7s | On 14mph 19mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| Flat | On 16mph 21mph | Flat | 11°C 0.09mm/h | |
| Flat | On 13mph 23mph | Flat | 10°C 0.13mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 9s | 0-1ft 8s | On 12mph 15mph | 0-1ft 8s |  13°C |
| Flat | Cross 11mph 13mph | Flat | 12°C | |
| 1ft 8s | Cross 8mph 10mph | Flat | 11°C |
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.