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Live conditions
Local time
03:34pm
Swell
12ft
13s
Onshore wind
On
14mph
22mph
Falling tide
Low
04:07pm
Weather
11°C
10°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4-6ft 11s | 1ft 11s | Cross 21mph 36mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C |
 | 2-4ft 9s | 1ft 9s | Cross 24mph 43mph | 1ft 9s | 11°C |
 | 3-4ft 11s | 1ft 7s | Cross 27mph 49mph | 1ft 7s | 11°C |
 | 3-4ft 9s | 1ft 8s | Cross 32mph 54mph | 1ft 8s |  11°C 0.66mm/h |
 | 5-10ft 14s | 2ft 12s | Cross 27mph 43mph | 2ft 12s | 11°C 1.32mm/h |
 | 11-12ft 13s | 2-3ft 15s | On 13mph 20mph | 2-3ft 15s | 11°C |
 | 9-10ft 13s | 1ft 7s | On 9mph 15mph | 1ft 7s | 10°C |
 | 8-9ft 14s | 1-2ft 7s | On 7mph 11mph | 1-2ft 7s | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-6ft 14s | 2ft 16s | On 14mph 23mph | 2ft 16s |  10°C |
| 3-4ft 15s | 1-2ft 13s | On 16mph 22mph | 1-2ft 13s | 11°C |
| 2-4ft 15s | 1ft 8s | On 14mph 21mph | 1ft 8s |  10°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 14s | 1ft 11s | Cross 27mph 44mph | 1ft 11s | 10°C 0.08mm/h |
| 2-3ft 13s | 1ft 10s | Cross 30mph 47mph | 1ft 10s | 10°C 0.46mm/h |
| 2ft 12s | 1ft 15s | Cross 32mph 51mph | 1ft 15s | 10°C 1.01mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-7ft 14s | 2ft 13s | On 14mph 24mph | 2ft 13s |  10°C |
| 3ft 16s | 1-2ft 9s | On 17mph 26mph | 1-2ft 9s | 11°C 0.06mm/h |
| 3ft 17s | 3ft 16s | On 17mph 27mph | 3ft 16s | 10°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 13s | 2ft 15s | Cross 9mph 17mph | 2ft 15s | 8°C |
| 4ft 12s | 2ft 15s | Cross 11mph 14mph | 2ft 15s | 10°C 0.08mm/h |
| 4ft 12s | 2ft 14s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 2ft 14s | 9°C 0.08mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 13s | On 12mph 20mph | Flat | 8°C 0.68mm/h | |
| 2ft 12s | 1ft 6s | On 14mph 18mph | 1ft 6s | 8°C 1.46mm/h |
| 2-3ft 10s | 0-1ft 8s | On 9mph 14mph | 0-1ft 8s | 8°C 0.32mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 10s | On 10mph 15mph | Flat |  7°C | |
| 1ft 11s | Cross 17mph 22mph | Flat | 9°C | |
| 1ft 11s | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 21mph 28mph | 0-1ft 8s | 9°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 5s | 1-2ft 9s | On 20mph 30mph | 1-2ft 9s | 10°C 0.07mm/h |
| 3-4ft 7s | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 3ft 6s | Cross 15mph 22mph | Flat | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-7ft 8s | 1ft 11s | On 18mph 29mph | 1ft 11s | 9°C |
| 2-3ft 7s | On 23mph 32mph | Flat | 9°C 0.07mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 6s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 26mph 36mph | 0-1ft 10s | 9°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 18s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 22mph 32mph | 1-2ft 6s | 9°C 0.09mm/h |
| 4ft 18s | 1ft 5s | Cross 23mph 33mph | 1ft 5s | 9°C 0.25mm/h |
| 3ft 17s | Cross 25mph 38mph | Flat | 9°C 0.81mm/h |
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.
