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st oswalds bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
08:03am

Swell

2ft

12s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

6mph

7mph

Falling tide

Low

12:47pm

Weather

8°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s		Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	7°C
2ft 12s		Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	7°C
2ft 12s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 6mph 7mph	0-1ft 4s	8°C
2ft 12s	1ft 7s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 7s	8°C
2ft 12s	1ft 3s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 3s	8°C
2ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 8mph	1ft 5s	8°C
2ft 11s	2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 11mph	2ft 9s	8°C
1-2ft 12s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 8mph 9mph	1-2ft 9s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 18s	Cross 5mph 6mph	1ft 18s	7°C
0-2ft 6s	1ft 17s	Cross 7mph 8mph	1ft 17s	8°C
2ft 12s	2ft 17s	On 6mph 7mph	2ft 17s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 15s	1ft 4s	On 14mph 17mph	1ft 4s	10°C
2ft 14s	1ft 6s	On 13mph 16mph	1ft 6s	10°C
2ft 14s	2ft 8s	On 10mph 12mph	2ft 8s	10°C 0.08mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 10s	1ft 12s	Cross 10mph 10mph	1ft 12s	9°C
1ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1ft 12s	9°C
1ft 12s	1ft 12s	Cross 6mph 7mph	1ft 12s	8°C

Wednesday 22 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 13s	0-1ft 4s	Cross 17mph 19mph	0-1ft 4s	8°C 0.09mm/h
2ft 13s	1ft 4s	Off 18mph 21mph	1ft 4s	8°C 0.19mm/h
2ft 12s	1ft 4s	Off 20mph 24mph	1ft 4s	7°C 0.11mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	2ft 7s	Cross 10mph 12mph	2ft 7s	7°C
1ft 6s	1-2ft 5s	Cross 7mph 9mph	1-2ft 5s	7°C
1ft 5s	1ft 5s	Cross 4mph 6mph	1ft 5s	7°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	1ft 8s	On 21mph 27mph	1ft 8s	9°C 0.39mm/h
Flat		Cross 29mph 39mph	Flat	9°C 1.68mm/h
0-1ft 8s		On 37mph 53mph	Flat	11°C 1.89mm/h

Saturday 25 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 15s	0-1ft 8s	On 31mph 42mph	0-1ft 8s	9°C 0.24mm/h
1-2ft 15s	1ft 9s	On 28mph 39mph	1ft 9s	9°C 0.26mm/h
2ft 14s	1ft 8s	On 27mph 37mph	1ft 8s	9°C 0.24mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 12s	2ft 11s	On 25mph 34mph	2ft 11s	9°C 0.11mm/h
2ft 13s	1-2ft 6s	On 23mph 30mph	1-2ft 6s	9°C 0.11mm/h
2ft 13s	1ft 4s	On 21mph 28mph	1ft 4s	9°C 0.16mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 12s		On 51mph 72mph	Flat	10°C 1.77mm/h
1ft 12s		On 54mph 78mph	Flat	11°C 1.46mm/h
1ft 13s	0-1ft 21s	On 51mph 71mph	0-1ft 21s	10°C 0.59mm/h

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.