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westward ho Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
12:15am

Swell

2ft

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

3mph

Rising tide

High

03:10am

Weather

13°C

10°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 23 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 10s	1ft 3s	Cross 2mph 2mph	1ft 3s	12°C
2ft 10s	0-1ft 7s	Off 2mph 3mph	0-1ft 7s	12°C
2ft 9s		Off 5mph 6mph	Flat	16°C
2ft 9s		Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	22°C
2ft 9s		Cross 4mph 5mph	Flat	25°C
2ft 9s		Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	23°C
2ft 9s		Cross 5mph 6mph	Flat	17°C
2ft 9s		Cross 3mph 3mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s		Cross 13mph 13mph	Flat	22°C
1ft 8s		Cross 12mph 11mph	Flat	24°C
1ft 8s	0-1ft 12s	Cross 10mph 12mph	0-1ft 12s	21°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2ft 9s		Cross 14mph 16mph	Flat	25°C
2ft 9s	1ft 12s	Cross 15mph 19mph	1ft 12s	29°C
2ft 9s	1ft 17s	Cross 13mph 20mph	1ft 17s	27°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
7ft 18s	1ft 19s	On 12mph 15mph	1ft 19s	20°C
7ft 17s	1ft 19s	On 14mph 16mph	1ft 19s	20°C
7ft 17s	1-2ft 19s	On 13mph 16mph	1-2ft 19s	18°C

Wednesday 27 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5ft 14s	2ft 16s	Cross 11mph 14mph	2ft 16s	18°C
5ft 13s	2ft 15s	Cross 13mph 15mph	2ft 15s	19°C
4ft 13s	2ft 15s	Cross 13mph 18mph	2ft 15s	17°C

Thursday 28 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
4ft 12s	2ft 13s	Cross 16mph 19mph	2ft 13s	19°C
4ft 12s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 20mph 22mph	1-2ft 13s	19°C 0.05mm/h
4ft 11s	1-2ft 9s	Cross 16mph 27mph	1-2ft 9s	15°C 1.05mm/h

Friday 29 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
2-3ft 10s		On 19mph 25mph	Flat	15°C 1.31mm/h
2ft 11s	1ft 6s	On 18mph 24mph	1ft 6s	15°C 0.58mm/h
2-3ft 10s	1ft 7s	On 14mph 21mph	1ft 7s	15°C 0.23mm/h

Saturday 30 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
3ft 8s	0-1ft 5s	On 24mph 39mph	0-1ft 5s	14°C 0.79mm/h
0-2ft 15s		On 24mph 38mph	Flat	14°C 0.78mm/h
1ft 17s		Cross 19mph 32mph	Flat	14°C 0.52mm/h

Sunday 31 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
5-6ft 10s	1-2ft 13s	Cross 10mph 15mph	1-2ft 13s	16°C 0.07mm/h
4-5ft 9s	1ft 14s	On 11mph 16mph	1ft 14s	17°C
2-4ft 10s	1ft 10s	On 9mph 17mph	1ft 10s	16°C

Historical data

Location guide

Surfing conditions at Westward Ho, United Kingdom, offer an exciting blend of opportunity and challenge. Situated along the North Devon coast, this beach is known for its attractive surfing conditions catering to a wide range of skill sets. The beach primarily receives a blend of Atlantic swells, which makes it a popular choice for surfing enthusiasts. The waves are typically consistent, giving surfers plenty of opportunities for a thrilling ride. Depending on the weather and tides, the swell size can vary considerably, with potential for higher swells that add an element of thrill for the more experienced daredevils. Westward Ho also happens to be a sandy beach, which makes it quite suitable for beginners. The sandy bottom coupled with the gentle swells during the less stormy days presents the perfect setting for novice surfers to find their footing and hone their skills. This is not to say that it's only for the greenhorns. Even the most seasoned surfers will find the rides here engaging enough. However, surfing at Westward Ho is also about picking the right moment and season. The surf conditions significantly improve during the autumn and winter months primarily due to the stronger swells brought about by the Atlantic storms. It's important to note that while these conditions may suit the seasoned surfers, beginners might find them a bit challenging to handle. Like many other surfing spots, the changing tides at Westward Ho also have a substantial impact on the surfing conditions. Generally, the waves here are at their best around the mid to high tide. This is usually the ideal time to get on the board and have a fun-filled surfing session. In summary, Westward Ho is a gem of a surfing spot that caters to all levels of surfers. From beginners to seasoned experts, there's something for everyone here. All one needs to do is understand the nuances of its varying tides, swells, and weather conditions to fully enjoy what it has to offer.