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Live conditions

Local time
05:34pm
Swell
2ft
8s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
16mph
22mph
Rising tide
High
05:02pm
Weather
19°C
16°C
3/2mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 8s | 1ft 3s | Off 7mph 9mph | 1ft 3s | 17°C | |
2ft 8s | 1ft 4s | Off 7mph 10mph | 1ft 4s | 16°C | |
2ft 8s | 0-1ft 3s | Off 8mph 13mph | 0-1ft 3s | 18°C | |
2ft 8s | 0-1ft 4s | Off 10mph 15mph | 0-1ft 4s | 21°C | |
2ft 8s | 0-1ft 12s | Cross 12mph 17mph | 0-1ft 12s | 21°C | |
2ft 8s | 0-1ft 12s | Cross 16mph 22mph | 0-1ft 12s | 19°C | |
2ft 8s | 1ft 11s | Cross 16mph 26mph | 1ft 11s | 18°C | |
2ft 8s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 13mph 22mph | 1-2ft 10s | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 7s | 1ft 6s | Cross 6mph 12mph | 1ft 6s | 20°C | |
1-2ft 8s | 1ft 5s | Cross 5mph 11mph | 1ft 5s | 20°C | |
1ft 8s | 1ft 4s | Cross 7mph 13mph | 1ft 4s | 19°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 8s | 1ft 6s | Cross 15mph 21mph | 1ft 6s | 18°C | |
1ft 8s | 1ft 7s | Cross 15mph 23mph | 1ft 7s | 20°C | |
1-2ft 6s | 1ft 8s | Off 8mph 17mph | 1ft 8s | 16°C 0.4mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 5s | Cross 11mph 17mph | Flat | 18°C | ||
1ft 5s | Cross 11mph 18mph | Flat | 19°C | ||
1ft 6s | Cross 10mph 17mph | Flat | 18°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flat | Cross 13mph 19mph | Flat | 15°C 0.05mm/h | ||
Flat | Cross 13mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C 1.19mm/h | ||
1-4ft 7s | Off 16mph 19mph | Flat | 15°C 1.2mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 6s | 0-1ft 5s | Off 16mph 24mph | 0-1ft 5s | 16°C 0.08mm/h | |
1ft 5s | Off 13mph 22mph | Flat | 17°C 0.18mm/h | ||
0-1ft 6s | Cross 16mph 26mph | Flat | 17°C 0.25mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 6s | 1ft 7s | Cross 14mph 20mph | 1ft 7s | 17°C | |
2ft 6s | 1ft 7s | Cross 15mph 21mph | 1ft 7s | 17°C | |
2ft 6s | 1ft 6s | Cross 16mph 23mph | 1ft 6s | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 5s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 20mph 27mph | 0-1ft 6s | 14°C 0.63mm/h | |
1ft 5s | 1ft 6s | Cross 19mph 26mph | 1ft 6s | 15°C 0.22mm/h | |
1ft 6s | 0-1ft 7s | Off 18mph 26mph | 0-1ft 7s | 14°C 0.08mm/h |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1-2ft 5s | Cross 15mph 21mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
1-2ft 5s | Cross 13mph 18mph | Flat | 17°C | ||
1ft 5s | Cross 8mph 10mph | Flat | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3-4ft 7s | Cross 28mph 34mph | Flat | 13°C 0.73mm/h | ||
3ft 8s | Cross 27mph 37mph | Flat | 13°C 0.62mm/h | ||
2ft 7s | 1ft 8s | Cross 23mph 31mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C 0.42mm/h |
Historical data
Location guide
Surfing in Scarborough, United Kingdom, provides an opportunity to experience the breathtaking North Sea waves. Located on England's North East coast, Scarborough boasts a long-standing tradition of watersports, including surfing, that keeps both locals and tourists entertained throughout the year. The town's sandy shores with two bays, North and South bay, both have different surfing condition offerings for visiting surfers. The North Bay, closest to the Castle headland, is the primary location for surfing in Scarborough. Thanks to its geography, shielded by the castle's hill to its south, the bay produces consistent surf that tends to pick up most swells coming from a northerly direction. Wave peaks are scattered across the bay, each possessing its own unique personality and providing a good mix of left and right-hand waves. The water can be chilly and wetsuits are a must, but the bracing North Sea temp adds an invigorating aspect to Scarborough surfing. On the other hand, the more sheltered South Bay is less consistent but can deliver wonderfully clean waves when the right swell and wind conditions align. Under the right wind conditions, the South Bay can offer some surprisingly fun and clean, albeit smaller, waves that are suitable for newbie surfers and those working on their board skills. Due to its relative shelter, the South Bay tends to hold surf a bit better in windy conditions, providing an alternative for those windy days where North Bay might be blown out. The prime surfing season in Scarborough runs from September to April, where the North Sea tends to generate more swell. During these months, surfers experience better wave quality and consistency, with the occasional storm swells, which can produce some exciting high-performance surfing opportunities. Beyond just the surf, Scarborough's old-world seaside charm, warm local community, and the plentiful surf shops make it an ideal surf destination. Despite the cold water, the passion of the local surf scene is enough to keep the stoke high, making Scarborough a hidden gem in the UK's surfing locales.