slapton sands Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:11am

Swell

2ft

9s

Offshore wind

Off

16mph

24mph

Rising tide

High

01:38pm

Weather

6°C

8°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 17 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s	0-1ft 14s	Off 14mph 21mph	0-1ft 14s	6°C
	2ft 8s	1ft 12s	Off 14mph 23mph	1ft 12s	6°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Off 15mph 24mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2ft 10s	1ft 13s	Off 16mph 21mph	1ft 13s	6°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 12s	Off 12mph 14mph	1ft 12s	7°C
	2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2-3ft 6s	1ft 9s	Cross 6mph 6mph	1ft 9s	5°C
	2ft 6s	1ft 9s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 9s	4°C

Today 18 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 6s		Cross 13mph 23mph	Flat	8°C
	0-1ft 8s		Cross 13mph 20mph	Flat	9°C 0.21mm/h
	Flat		Cross 13mph 24mph	Flat	8°C 0.44mm/h

Tommorrow 19 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 7s	1ft 9s	Cross 25mph 35mph	1ft 9s	6°C 0.06mm/h
	1-2ft 11s		Cross 28mph 35mph	Flat	7°C 0.07mm/h
	1ft 11s		Cross 26mph 33mph	Flat	7°C

Thursday 20 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 9s		Cross 16mph 25mph	Flat	4°C
	Flat		Cross 18mph 25mph	Flat	6°C
	Flat		Cross 15mph 23mph	Flat	6°C

Friday 21 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 6s		Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	5°C
	Flat		On 10mph 15mph	Flat	7°C
	0-1ft 14s	0-1ft 8s	On 17mph 24mph	0-1ft 8s	9°C

Saturday 22 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 12s	0-1ft 13s	On 34mph 51mph	0-1ft 13s	11°C 0.74mm/h
	1-2ft 10s	1ft 9s	Cross 35mph 47mph	1ft 9s	10°C 0.51mm/h
	2-3ft 6s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 29mph 44mph	0-1ft 6s	9°C 0.47mm/h

Sunday 23 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 10s		Cross 10mph 20mph	Flat	9°C
	2-3ft 10s		Cross 13mph 19mph	Flat	11°C
	2ft 9s		Cross 12mph 19mph	Flat	10°C

Monday 24 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 7s	On 11mph 20mph	0-1ft 7s	10°C
	1ft 9s		Cross 17mph 25mph	Flat	12°C
	1ft 9s		Cross 21mph 30mph	Flat	12°C 0.08mm/h

Tuesday 25 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-5ft 7s	1ft 12s	Cross 22mph 32mph	1ft 12s	11°C
	1ft 6s	1ft 12s	Cross 23mph 33mph	1ft 12s	11°C
	Flat	1ft 12s	Cross 22mph 33mph	1ft 12s	10°C

Wednesday 26 Nov

Add to watchlist

Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 12s	1ft 10s	Cross 27mph 40mph	1ft 10s	9°C
	3ft 12s	1ft 8s	Cross 28mph 39mph	1ft 8s	9°C
	3-4ft 11s	2ft 13s	Cross 26mph 37mph	2ft 13s	9°C

Location guide

Surfing conditions at Slapton Sands, Devon, in the United Kingdom, can be described as a tricky challenge yet simultaneously as an invigorating test of skills for surfers of all levels. Tucked away between Start Bay and a freshwater lake, its unique position offers some distinct advantages and challenges, making it a not so straightforward surfing spot. For one, the beach's geography plays a critical role in determining the surfing conditions. Slapton Sands is a shingle beach, rather than sand, which leads to slightly different wave actions compared with those familiar to users of sandy beaches. However, this does not deter the ardent surfers who frequent this beach. Notably, the best time for experienced surfers to catch a wave at Slapton Sands would be at mid to high tide. An incoming tide coupled with a southerly wind direction provides the ideal setup for a challenging surf ride. It's also best to aim for times when the wind is offshore, blowing from land to sea, as this ideal wind condition creates cleaner waves that break consistently, offering a smooth riding surface for surfers. On the other hand, novice surfers who are still cutting their teeth should consider venturing into Slapton Sands during a slack or low tide. With its more forgiving waves and shallower waters, it's an excellent choice for beginner surfers to get their feet wet, so to speak, and nurture their surfing skills. With the changing seasons, so do the surfing conditions at Slapton Sands. Autumn and winter surf tends to be rougher, presenting higher swells which may be suited for adrenaline-chasing seasoned surfers, while summer surf typically tends to be calmer and more suitable for beginners and intermediate surfers. However, regardless of the level of experience, safety should be a paramount consideration. It's essential to check local weather conditions and tide times before venturing into the water, particularly during the more turbulent winter season. Also, as there's no lifeguard service at Slapton Sands, it's crucial to be vigilant, look out for fellow surfers and ensure a great surfing session for everyone.

Last updated: 17/11/25 12:00am

Historical data