south chesterman beach Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:22am

Swell

5ft

10s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

16mph

21mph

Rising tide

High

07:32pm

Weather

15°C

15°C

4/3mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

10 day surf forecast

Today 05 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	2-3ft 10s	2ft 15s	Cross 20mph 25mph	2ft 15s	14°C 0.31mm/h
	3-4ft 8s	2ft 12s	Cross 21mph 27mph	2ft 12s	14°C 0.53mm/h
	5ft 8s	2ft 12s	Cross 20mph 26mph	2ft 12s	15°C 0.48mm/h
	4ft 8s	2ft 12s	Cross 19mph 26mph	2ft 12s	15°C 0.15mm/h
	3-4ft 11s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 17mph 23mph	1-2ft 14s	15°C 0.07mm/h
	4-5ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 16mph 21mph	1-2ft 14s	15°C
	5ft 10s	2ft 14s	Cross 16mph 21mph	2ft 14s	15°C
	4-5ft 10s	1-2ft 14s	Cross 14mph 19mph	1-2ft 14s	15°C

Tommorrow 06 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 11s	1ft 13s	Cross 9mph 13mph	1ft 13s	15°C
	3-4ft 11s	1-2ft 6s	Cross 4mph 5mph	1-2ft 6s	15°C
	3ft 11s	1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 6s	15°C

Thursday 07 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 15s	1ft 14s	Cross 19mph 25mph	1ft 14s	15°C
	2ft 10s	1ft 16s	Cross 19mph 24mph	1ft 16s	15°C
	2ft 9s	1ft 16s	Cross 15mph 20mph	1ft 16s	15°C

Friday 08 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1-2ft 14s	1ft 15s	Cross 23mph 32mph	1ft 15s	16°C
	1ft 15s	1ft 12s	Cross 24mph 31mph	1ft 12s	15°C
	1-2ft 14s	1ft 14s	Cross 22mph 28mph	1ft 14s	15°C

Saturday 09 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	1ft 14s	1ft 19s	Cross 34mph 44mph	1ft 19s	15°C
	1-3ft 13s	1ft 14s	Cross 23mph 30mph	1ft 14s	16°C
	6-8ft 9s	1ft 14s	Cross 6mph 10mph	1ft 14s	15°C

Sunday 10 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	5ft 8s	1ft 18s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1ft 18s	15°C
	5ft 8s	1-2ft 18s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1-2ft 18s	15°C
	5ft 8s	1ft 18s	On 3mph 3mph	1ft 18s	16°C

Monday 11 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 8s	2ft 17s	On 12mph 15mph	2ft 17s	16°C
	4ft 8s	2ft 17s	On 11mph 13mph	2ft 17s	16°C
	4ft 8s	2ft 17s	On 10mph 11mph	2ft 17s	16°C

Tuesday 12 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	3ft 10s	2-3ft 16s	Cross 18mph 25mph	2-3ft 16s	16°C
	3ft 10s	2ft 16s	Cross 22mph 27mph	2ft 16s	15°C
	3-4ft 10s	2-3ft 16s	Cross 19mph 24mph	2-3ft 16s	15°C

Wednesday 13 Aug

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Time	Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
	4ft 7s	3ft 15s	On 2mph 3mph	3ft 15s	16°C
	4ft 7s	3ft 15s	Cross 4mph 5mph	3ft 15s	15°C
	4ft 7s	3ft 15s	Cross 10mph 11mph	3ft 15s	15°C

Location guide

South Chesterman Beach in Canada is recognized as an exceptional place to surf, especially for those who may want to dip their toes into this thrilling sport. The beach is characterized by a relatively consistent wave pattern due to its exposure to Pacific swells. One of the defining aspects of surfing in South Chesterman Beach is its accommodating nature for all levels of surfers. The beach receives a mix of groundswells and windswells, making it suitable for beginners, intermediate as well as seasoned surfers. Typically, the wave direction is from left to right, and they tend to break nearer to the shore, providing a more manageable experience, ideal for novice surfers. In terms of the seasonality, the best time for surfing at South Chesterman Beach could be different based on your skill level and preference. While summer brings milder conditions and smaller waves suitable for beginners, winter offers a more challenging environment with larger and more powerful swells for those seasoned surfers. It's a diverse environment that truly caters for all. The water temperature at South Chesterman Beach varies throughout the year. In colder months, a thicker wetsuit, booties and gloves might be required, while in the warmer summer months, a lighter wetsuit can be worn. Regardless, due to its northern location, surfers should be prepared for cooler waters. Overall, the surfing experience at South Chesterman Beach is one that can be as challenging or relaxed as you'd like. With the right equipment, attitude, and respect for the power of the ocean, South Chesterman Beach can offer a memorable surfing experience for everyone.

Last updated: 05/08/25 12:00am