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torquay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
09:56am

Swell

3ft

Offshore wind

Off

2mph

1mph

Falling tide

Low

01:44pm

Weather

17°C

3/2mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 16 Jul

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-3ft 6s	Cross 11mph 21mph	Flat	17°C
3ft 6s	Cross 4mph 9mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/h
3ft 6s	Cross 2mph 2mph	Flat	17°C 0.14mm/h
3ft 7s	Cross 2mph 5mph	Flat	18°C 0.11mm/h
0-2ft 9s	On 5mph 9mph	Flat	19°C 0.23mm/h
Flat	Cross 8mph 13mph	Flat	19°C 0.1mm/h
1ft 7s	Cross 8mph 13mph	Flat	19°C
0-1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	18°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	On 11mph 13mph	Flat	22°C
2ft 9s	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	23°C
2ft 9s	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	22°C

Tommorrow 18 Jul

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s	1ft 6s	Cross 9mph 10mph	1ft 6s	21°C
2ft 9s	0-1ft 8s	On 13mph 14mph	0-1ft 8s	22°C 0.07mm/h
2ft 9s		On 14mph 16mph	Flat	22°C 0.13mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 14mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 0.48mm/h
Flat	On 15mph 22mph	Flat	16°C 1.14mm/h
1ft 12s	On 11mph 17mph	Flat	16°C 1.23mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 12s	On 17mph 20mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 17mph 21mph	Flat	18°C 0.54mm/h
0-1ft 12s	On 14mph 17mph	Flat	17°C 0.7mm/h

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 11s	Cross 12mph 14mph	Flat	20°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	20°C 0.06mm/h
Flat	Cross 14mph 17mph	Flat	19°C 0.06mm/h

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 8s		On 5mph 9mph	Flat	19°C 0.05mm/h
1ft 8s		On 16mph 22mph	Flat	21°C 0.05mm/h
1ft 5s	0-1ft 9s	On 15mph 23mph	0-1ft 9s	20°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-2ft 6s		Cross 12mph 17mph	Flat	21°C
Flat	0-1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 15mph	0-1ft 6s	22°C
0-1ft 7s	1ft 7s	Cross 15mph 20mph	1ft 7s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-2ft 5s	1ft 6s	Off 7mph 8mph	1ft 6s	20°C
0-1ft 3s		Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	21°C
Flat		On 10mph 11mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 8mph 7mph	0-1ft 9s	18°C
1ft 9s		Cross 10mph 8mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 9s		Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	21°C

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Location guide

When it comes to surfing in the United Kingdom, Torquay provides an enticing destination. Resting in the grip of the swirling currents of the North Atlantic, the region offers a range of conditions that can prove to be quite challenging for the uninitiated, but quite delightful to those well versed in the art of riding the waves. It's a predictable surfing spot, where the tides have their own rhythm and the waves dance to their cadence. In terms of wave conditions, Torquay offers a mix of beach and reef breaks that cater towards a variety of surfing skill levels. The surf here typically ranges between 1 to 2 meters on average, but when the swells are right, they can go as high as 5 meters which offers some exhilarating surfing for the daring, particularly during the winter period. The water temperature varies significantly across the year in Torquay. Winter temperatures can plummet down to around 8 degrees Celsius, likely requiring a 5/4mm wetsuit, boots, gloves, and a hood. However, summer sees temperatures climbing up to a more comfortable 16-19 degrees Celsius. This allows for lighter 2/2mm suits or even just boardshorts and rash vests on the warmer days. Torquay is also known for its wind conditions. These can significantly affect the wave quality. Offshore wind conditions are favored by surfers in Torquay for the creation of clean, ridable waves. These occur most frequently during autumn and winter months. On the other hand, onshore winds can create choppy and messy surf conditions, making for a more challenging surf session. In conclusion, Torquay is a year-round surfing destination with the variety of conditions you'd expect from a coastal town that sits at the mercy of the North Atlantic. Offering everything from gentle summer swells for beginners, to the considerable winter waves that would test the best of surfers, it is no wonder that Torquay has a reputation as one of the key surfing spots in the United Kingdom.

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Last updated: 16/07/25 12:00am

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