slapton sands Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:37am

Swell

2ft

9s

Onshore wind

On

7mph

10mph

Rising tide

High

03:28pm

Weather

8°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 29 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 22mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2-3ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 8mph 17mph	1ft 11s	5°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 11s	Cross 7mph 14mph	1ft 11s	6°C
	2ft 10s	1ft 12s	On 7mph 10mph	1ft 12s	9°C
	1-2ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	On 10mph 13mph	0-1ft 9s	10°C
	1ft 12s		On 15mph 21mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 10s		On 16mph 27mph	Flat	9°C
	0-1ft 8s		On 16mph 28mph	Flat	9°C

Today 30 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 22mph	1ft 11s	13°C
	2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 15mph 21mph	1ft 11s	14°C
	2ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 17mph	1ft 11s	13°C

Tommorrow 31 Mar

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s	1ft 9s	Off 5mph 6mph	1ft 9s	10°C
	1ft 12s	1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1ft 7s	10°C
	1ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 12mph	0-1ft 9s	10°C

Tuesday 01 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 13s		Cross 22mph 32mph	Flat	9°C
	1ft 12s		Cross 24mph 32mph	Flat	9°C
	1ft 12s		Cross 23mph 33mph	Flat	9°C

Wednesday 02 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 11s	1ft 7s	Off 16mph 24mph	1ft 7s	9°C
	1ft 11s	1ft 7s	Cross 13mph 22mph	1ft 7s	10°C
	1ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 11mph 20mph	1ft 5s	10°C

Thursday 03 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 11s	0-1ft 9s	Off 14mph 24mph	0-1ft 9s	10°C
	1ft 11s	0-1ft 15s	Off 13mph 23mph	0-1ft 15s	11°C
	1ft 11s		Cross 12mph 25mph	Flat	11°C

Friday 04 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 10s		Cross 13mph 21mph	Flat	10°C
	1ft 10s		Cross 14mph 23mph	Flat	11°C
	1ft 10s		Cross 12mph 24mph	Flat	10°C

Saturday 05 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 12s		Cross 12mph 20mph	Flat	11°C
	2ft 11s		Cross 11mph 18mph	Flat	11°C
	2ft 10s	0-1ft 13s	Cross 8mph 14mph	0-1ft 13s	10°C

Sunday 06 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s	1ft 5s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 5s	13°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 9s	Cross 7mph 7mph	1ft 9s	14°C
	2ft 9s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 6mph 6mph	0-1ft 12s	14°C

Monday 07 Apr

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2ft 9s		Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	12°C
	2ft 9s		Cross 6mph 10mph	Flat	12°C
	2ft 9s		Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	11°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: 29/03/25 12:00am