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st oswalds bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
02:16am

Swell

1ft

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

4mph

Falling tide

Low

03:19am

Weather

11°C

10°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 21 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	1ft 8s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 8s	11°C
1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 7s	11°C
1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Off 10mph 12mph	1ft 7s	10°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 6s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 7s	10°C 0.07mm/h
0-1ft 9s		On 11mph 13mph	Flat	11°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 9s		Cross 14mph 20mph	Flat	12°C
0-1ft 10s		Cross 15mph 21mph	Flat	11°C
0-1ft 6s		Cross 14mph 19mph	Flat	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s		On 10mph 13mph	Flat	10°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 9s	On 13mph 17mph	0-1ft 9s	11°C
1ft 9s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 20mph	0-1ft 7s	11°C

Tommorrow 23 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4-5ft 7s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 14mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	11°C 0.14mm/h
4ft 7s	1ft 4s	Cross 10mph 13mph	1ft 4s	12°C
4ft 8s	0-1ft 3s	Cross 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 3s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 7s		Cross 5mph 5mph	Flat	10°C
2ft 7s		On 4mph 4mph	Flat	11°C
1ft 7s	0-1ft 13s	On 3mph 3mph	0-1ft 13s	11°C

Friday 25 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 13s	1ft 13s	Cross 13mph 16mph	1ft 13s	10°C
1ft 13s	1ft 13s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 13s	11°C
1ft 13s	1ft 14s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 14s	11°C

Saturday 26 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 11s	0-1ft 6s	Cross 10mph 10mph	0-1ft 6s	9°C
1ft 13s	1ft 7s	Cross 10mph 11mph	1ft 7s	11°C 0.23mm/h
1ft 12s	1ft 9s	Cross 13mph 19mph	1ft 9s	13°C 0.2mm/h

Sunday 27 Apr

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 6s	1ft 10s	Cross 12mph 16mph	1ft 10s	12°C
1-2ft 6s	1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 15mph	1ft 11s	13°C
1ft 7s	1ft 11s	Cross 11mph 14mph	1ft 11s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 7mph 8mph	Flat	12°C
1ft 5s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 5mph 5mph	0-1ft 9s	12°C
1ft 4s	1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 4mph	1ft 7s	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 14mph 19mph	0-1ft 5s	11°C
1-2ft 8s	1ft 9s	Cross 10mph 12mph	1ft 9s	12°C
1ft 5s	1ft 11s	On 5mph 6mph	1ft 11s	12°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 4s	1ft 10s	Off 6mph 6mph	1ft 10s	13°C
1ft 8s	1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 6s	13°C
1ft 10s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 9mph 11mph	0-1ft 4s	12°C

Historical data

Location guide

Surfing conditions at St Oswalds Bay in the United Kingdom present an enticing challenge for experienced surfers. Located near the remarkable limestone arch of Durdle Door on the Jurassic Coast, the beach isn't easily accessible, which lends the location a certain exclusivity. The relatively unknown surfing spot often gets overlooked in favor of nearby, more renowned beaches. The majority of the bay features a rocky beach with shingle and pebbled areas. Although not the sandy paradise one might wish for, when conditions are right, the waves here can be sublime. To try and catch these conditions, patience and timing are key. Optimum surfing conditions are when there is a large groundswell combined with an offshore wind direction from the north. The waves are powerful and rip currents can be strong. Therefore, it's imperative that only experienced surfers, comfortable with larger waves and challenging conditions, attempt to surf here. St Oswalds Bay can also be quite tranquil, with the turquoise water beautifully contrasting the white towering chalk cliffs — a visual treat on a sunny day. It's a picturesque location even if you just want to view the waves from the cliff-top coast path, watching as the waves crash in from the English Channel. In addition, the bay can sometimes play host to some fairly sizable swells, making for some very exciting and high-intensity sessions. Do remember though, even for seasoned surfers, safety should always come first at St Oswalds Bay due to the hidden hazards underneath and the powerful currents. Being mindful of tide times and conditions is also essential, as it is possible to get cut off by the tide. In conclusion, St Oswalds Bay, with its rugged allure and surf potential, is definitely a destination to consider for the experienced surfer seeking uncharted territories to explore.

st oswalds bay Surf Report

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Last updated: 21/04/25 12:00am

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