United Kingdom › North Yorkshire › Scarborough
Live conditions

Local time
01:22am
Swell
1ft
9s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
14mph
24mph
Rising tide
High
03:49am
Weather
9°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 9s | 1ft 6s | On 12mph 22mph | 1ft 6s | 9°C | |
1ft 8s | 1ft 7s | Cross 11mph 19mph | 1ft 7s | 9°C | |
1ft 7s | 1ft 8s | Cross 10mph 16mph | 1ft 8s | 9°C | |
1ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 10mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 11°C | |
1-2ft 11s | 1ft 6s | Cross 9mph 14mph | 1ft 6s | 12°C | |
2ft 11s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 8mph 14mph | 0-1ft 6s | 10°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 7s | Off 8mph 12mph | 1ft 7s | 9°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 7s | Off 8mph 11mph | 1ft 7s | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2-3ft 10s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 12mph 12mph | 1-2ft 6s | 10°C | |
3ft 10s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 18mph 22mph | 1-2ft 6s | 10°C 0.05mm/h | |
3ft 10s | 1ft 6s | Cross 23mph 30mph | 1ft 6s | 9°C 0.06mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3ft 10s | 2ft 8s | Cross 16mph 24mph | 2ft 8s | 9°C | |
3ft 10s | 2ft 8s | Cross 15mph 21mph | 2ft 8s | 10°C | |
3ft 10s | 1ft 8s | Cross 13mph 18mph | 1ft 8s | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12ft 12s | 1ft 7s | Cross 30mph 36mph | 1ft 7s | 8°C | |
4-9ft 12s | 1ft 11s | Off 30mph 37mph | 1ft 11s | 8°C | |
7-13ft 12s | 1ft 11s | Cross 31mph 38mph | 1ft 11s | 8°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8ft 12s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 27mph 32mph | 1-2ft 6s | 8°C 0.35mm/h | |
9-12ft 12s | 2ft 8s | Cross 23mph 26mph | 2ft 8s | 8°C 0.11mm/h | |
11-12ft 12s | 2ft 7s | Cross 18mph 21mph | 2ft 7s | 8°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6ft 11s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 25mph 36mph | 0-1ft 6s | 10°C | |
6-7ft 11s | 1-4ft 9s | Cross 27mph 37mph | 1-4ft 9s | 11°C | |
6-7ft 11s | 3-4ft 12s | Cross 27mph 37mph | 3-4ft 12s | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4ft 8s | 2ft 9s | On 17mph 27mph | 2ft 9s | 12°C | |
3ft 7s | 2ft 9s | Cross 21mph 32mph | 2ft 9s | 12°C | |
3ft 8s | 0-2ft 8s | Cross 19mph 30mph | 0-2ft 8s | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 24mph 39mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C | |
1ft 10s | 1ft 6s | Cross 22mph 36mph | 1ft 6s | 13°C | |
1ft 10s | 1ft 5s | Cross 22mph 38mph | 1ft 5s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 8s | 1ft 8s | Off 23mph 36mph | 1ft 8s | 10°C | |
1ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 24mph 37mph | 1ft 8s | 10°C | |
1ft 7s | 1ft 9s | Cross 23mph 35mph | 1ft 9s | 9°C |
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.

