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Live conditions
Local time
02:32am
Swell
1ft
11s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
15mph
26mph
Rising tide
High
04:42am
Weather
15°C
15°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1ft 11s | Cross 15mph 26mph | Flat | 15°C | |
 | 1ft 10s | Cross 15mph 25mph | Flat | 14°C | |
 | 1ft 10s | Cross 16mph 22mph | Flat |  15°C | |
 | 1ft 10s | Cross 14mph 21mph | Flat |  18°C 0.7mm/h | |
 | 1ft 9s | Cross 10mph 15mph | Flat | 19°C 0.84mm/h | |
 | 2-3ft 7s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 8mph 10mph | 0-1ft 10s | 17°C 1.86mm/h |
 | 2ft 7s | Cross 10mph 13mph | Flat | 15°C 1.26mm/h | |
 | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 11mph 15mph | Flat |  14°C 0.23mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Off 12mph 15mph | Flat | 17°C 0.08mm/h | |
| Flat | Cross 11mph 14mph | Flat | 17°C | |
| Flat | Cross 8mph 12mph | Flat | 16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 4s | On 2mph 4mph | Flat | 16°C 0.53mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 5s | On 3mph 4mph | Flat | 17°C 0.57mm/h | |
| 1ft 5s | Cross 4mph 5mph | Flat | 16°C 0.22mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | On 15mph 23mph | Flat |  15°C 0.13mm/h | |
| Flat | 0-1ft 7s | On 14mph 20mph | 0-1ft 7s | 16°C 0.32mm/h |
| Flat | 1ft 6s | On 14mph 21mph | 1ft 6s | 15°C 0.15mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 7s | Cross 8mph 11mph | Flat | 17°C 0.24mm/h | |
| Flat | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 9mph 10mph | 0-1ft 9s | 18°C 0.28mm/h |
| Flat | 0-1ft 6s | On 10mph 15mph | 0-1ft 6s | 16°C 0.18mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | Cross 17mph 25mph | Flat | 15°C 0.32mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 7s | Cross 17mph 27mph | 0-1ft 7s | 15°C 0.61mm/h |
| 1ft 11s | On 14mph 23mph | Flat | 16°C 0.32mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | On 27mph 41mph | Flat | 16°C 0.53mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | On 26mph 38mph | Flat | 16°C 0.14mm/h | |
| 0-1ft 7s | On 24mph 35mph | Flat | 15°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-4ft 7s | Cross 25mph 33mph | Flat | 14°C 0.23mm/h | |
| 4-6ft 10s | Cross 26mph 33mph | Flat | 13°C 0.24mm/h | |
| 6-7ft 11s | Cross 23mph 32mph | Flat | 11°C 0.09mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 9s | Cross 14mph 18mph | Flat |  12°C | |
| 2ft 9s | Cross 14mph 17mph | Flat |  13°C | |
| 2ft 9s | Cross 13mph 18mph | Flat | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | 1ft 5s | On 6mph 8mph | 1ft 5s |  14°C |
| 1ft 8s | 0-1ft 6s | On 5mph 7mph | 0-1ft 6s | 14°C |
| 1ft 8s | Cross 4mph 7mph | Flat | 13°C |
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.