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watergate bay Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:58am

Swell

5ft

11s

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

11mph

17mph

Falling tide

Low

12:47pm

Weather

6°C

7°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 18 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 12s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1-2ft 9s	6°C
5ft 12s	2-3ft 14s	Cross 9mph 14mph	2-3ft 14s	6°C
5ft 11s	3-4ft 14s	Cross 11mph 17mph	3-4ft 14s	6°C
4-5ft 11s	2-3ft 12s	Cross 12mph 17mph	2-3ft 12s	7°C
4ft 11s	1ft 5s	Cross 12mph 14mph	1ft 5s	9°C
4ft 11s	0-2ft 6s	Cross 10mph 13mph	0-2ft 6s	8°C
4-5ft 12s	2ft 11s	Cross 9mph 14mph	2ft 11s	6°C
5ft 13s	1ft 7s	Cross 9mph 14mph	1ft 7s	6°C

Today 19 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5-6ft 13s	4-5ft 15s	Cross 10mph 12mph	4-5ft 15s	7°C
6-7ft 16s	4-5ft 14s	Cross 9mph 11mph	4-5ft 14s	9°C
8ft 16s	3ft 17s	Cross 9mph 11mph	3ft 17s	9°C

Tommorrow 20 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6-7ft 14s	1ft 3s	Cross 5mph 5mph	1ft 3s	10°C 0.06mm/h
6ft 14s	1ft 8s	On 5mph 5mph	1ft 8s	10°C
6ft 13s	1-3ft 16s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1-3ft 16s	10°C

Tuesday 21 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3-4ft 11s	0-1ft 17s	Cross 8mph 10mph	0-1ft 17s	8°C
1-3ft 13s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 12mph	1ft 10s	9°C
0-1ft 14s	0-1ft 15s	Cross 8mph 11mph	0-1ft 15s	8°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 12s	0-1ft 5s	Off 10mph 18mph	0-1ft 5s	7°C
2ft 12s	1ft 8s	Off 10mph 15mph	1ft 8s	8°C
1-2ft 9s	1ft 8s	Off 11mph 16mph	1ft 8s	8°C

Thursday 23 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	1ft 4s	Off 3mph 4mph	1ft 4s	7°C 0.07mm/h
1ft 8s	1ft 4s	Cross 3mph 4mph	1ft 4s	8°C 0.13mm/h
0-1ft 6s	0-1ft 5s	Cross 8mph 13mph	0-1ft 5s	8°C 0.64mm/h

Friday 24 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1-4ft 13s	2-3ft 16s	Cross 24mph 41mph	2-3ft 16s	9°C 0.9mm/h
5-6ft 11s	2-4ft 12s	Cross 34mph 54mph	2-4ft 12s	11°C 1.99mm/h
5ft 11s	1-2ft 7s	Cross 28mph 46mph	1-2ft 7s	11°C 0.88mm/h

Saturday 25 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
9ft 12s	1ft 8s	Cross 29mph 41mph	1ft 8s	8°C 0.48mm/h
8-14ft 11s	1ft 8s	Cross 26mph 37mph	1ft 8s	9°C 0.64mm/h
10-17ft 13s	1ft 8s	Cross 25mph 34mph	1ft 8s	8°C 0.52mm/h

Sunday 26 Jan

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 11s	Cross 22mph 32mph	Flat	8°C 0.11mm/h
6-11ft 10s	Cross 20mph 29mph	Flat	9°C 0.07mm/h
14ft 15s	Cross 19mph 28mph	Flat	9°C 0.08mm/h

Monday 27 Jan

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
6ft 12s	1-2ft 17s	Cross 37mph 55mph	1-2ft 17s	12°C 1.66mm/h
6-7ft 12s	2-4ft 18s	Cross 40mph 58mph	2-4ft 18s	12°C 0.97mm/h
7-9ft 15s	2-4ft 15s	Cross 39mph 57mph	2-4ft 15s	11°C 0.41mm/h

Historical data

Location guide

Watergate Bay, UK, has some attractive features for surfers, boasting a superb beach break with waves that can accommodate various levels of surfers; beginners, intermediates, and experts alike. The two-mile-long sandy beach provides a safe zone that captures Atlantic swells, delivering clean, rideable surf most of the year. Plus, the bay is shielded from the wind, aiding in the preservation of wave quality. Tide considerations are crucial as they play a significant role in the surfing conditions here. At low tide, you'll find long peeling waves ideal for sharp cutbacks and high-speed runs. However, high tide brings a different dynamic, offering steeper drop-in points and the potential for beautiful, barreling waves, which are always a thrilling challenge for more seasoned surfers. The configuration of the bay prompts a notable phenomenon called the "Watergate Whomp". This happens when two waves merge to form a larger, faster wave, creating an exhilarating ride for the experienced surfer. Plus, a defined rip current often carries surfers out back to the lineup with minimal paddling, saving energy for catching the next ride. In terms of weather, the UK is notorious for its variable conditions. Still, the temperatures in Watergate Bay are relatively moderate compared to other parts of the country, varying from 15°C in summer to around 10°C in winter. Despite the cold winters, many people combat the chill with high-quality wetsuits, which means they can surf throughout the year. In summary, Watergate Bay, UK strikes a balance between challenge and accessibility that very few surf spots offer. A surfer can experience long, satisfying rides, as well as the thrill of battling against imposing waves, all while enjoying the stunning natural scenery of the UK coastline. This makes it an attractive destination for surfers at all skill levels, from novices to experts.