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Live conditions
Local time
02:16am
Swell
1ft
11s
Cross-onshore wind
Cross
12mph
18mph
Falling tide
Low
03:19am
Weather
10°C
9°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1ft 11s | Cross 12mph 18mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | 1ft 7s | 0-1ft 8s | On 13mph 18mph | 0-1ft 8s |  10°C |
 | 1ft 8s | 0-1ft 8s | On 13mph 17mph | 0-1ft 8s |  10°C 0.13mm/h |
 | 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 9s | On 13mph 16mph | 0-1ft 9s | 10°C 0.06mm/h |
 | 1ft 10s | On 14mph 19mph | Flat |  10°C | |
 | 1ft 7s | On 13mph 17mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | 2-3ft 8s | 0-1ft 6s | On 14mph 18mph | 0-1ft 6s | 10°C |
 | 3ft 10s | 1-2ft 10s | On 12mph 15mph | 1-2ft 10s | 10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 8s | Cross 20mph 27mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 1-2ft 10s | 0-1ft 3s | Cross 26mph 35mph | 0-1ft 3s |  10°C 0.17mm/h |
| 2-3ft 8s | 1ft 8s | Cross 33mph 43mph | 1ft 8s | 10°C 2.66mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 8s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 12mph 16mph | 0-1ft 6s | 10°C |
| 4ft 9s | Cross 10mph 16mph | Flat | 10°C | |
| 3-4ft 9s | 1ft 5s | On 8mph 10mph | 1ft 5s |  10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 10s | 1ft 11s | Cross 17mph 22mph | 1ft 11s | 10°C |
| 2ft 12s | 0-1ft 12s | Cross 16mph 21mph | 0-1ft 12s | 10°C |
| 2ft 13s | 0-1ft 15s | Cross 15mph 21mph | 0-1ft 15s | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 13s | 1ft 14s | Cross 19mph 26mph | 1ft 14s | 10°C 0.13mm/h |
| 3ft 13s | 0-1ft 7s | Cross 12mph 16mph | 0-1ft 7s | 11°C 0.05mm/h |
| 3ft 13s | 1ft 5s | Cross 11mph 13mph | 1ft 5s | 11°C 0.12mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 13s | 1ft 3s | Cross 13mph 15mph | 1ft 3s | 11°C |
| 3ft 12s | On 13mph 17mph | Flat | 11°C 0.09mm/h | |
| 3ft 12s | 1ft 6s | Cross 13mph 19mph | 1ft 6s | 11°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 11s | 1ft 5s | Cross 4mph 4mph | 1ft 5s | 10°C |
| 2ft 10s | 1ft 4s | Cross 2mph 2mph | 1ft 4s | 10°C |
| 2ft 10s | 1ft 4s | On 3mph 4mph | 1ft 4s | 11°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 10s | 1ft 14s | Cross 3mph 4mph | 1ft 14s | 11°C |
| 2ft 12s | 0-1ft 7s | On 1mph 2mph | 0-1ft 7s | 11°C |
| 2-3ft 13s | Cross 3mph 3mph | Flat | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 11s | Cross 8mph 10mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 2ft 11s | Cross 6mph 6mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 2ft 11s | 0-1ft 10s | Off 2mph 2mph | 0-1ft 10s | 12°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 10s | On 9mph 13mph | Flat | 11°C | |
| 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 3s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 0-1ft 3s | 11°C |
| 1ft 9s | 1ft 2s | Cross 13mph 17mph | 1ft 2s | 11°C |
Location guide
Situated in Pembrokeshire, United Kingdom, Whitesands is renowned for its exceptional surfing conditions, attracting surfers from across the globe. Famed for some of the best beach surf in Wales, the site offers a stunning blend of panoramic beauty and exhilarating watersports opportunities. Whitesands boasts a sheltered, sandy seabed, providing relatively safe conditions for surfers of varying experience levels. Surfing conditions at Whitesands regularly offer radiant sunshine and clean, powerful waves, given its geographical location. Known for its wave consistency regardless of the time of the year, this surf spot predominantly generates waves from the Atlantic Ocean, crashing onto the shore with a fantastic display of power and majesty. Winter is generally the best time of the year to surf here. The season experiences larger swells accompanied by off-shore winds from the east, creating perfect 'barreling' conditions for the advanced surfers. However, this does not imply the summer months are lackluster. The North Atlantic swells teamed with the frequent westerly winds create manageable waves, making the summer months the ideal time for novices or those looking to enhance their surfing skills. However, the surfing conditions change dynamically with the weather, tide, and the wind. Tides significantly alter the break at Whitesands. Low tides tend to create snappier, faster waves, demanding a bit more technical expertise to ride. Meanwhile, high tides often result in slower, more forgiving waves, making catching waves easier, especially for beginners or the more leisurely surfer. The shore can get pretty crowded due to its popularity among surfing enthusiasts, so it's beneficial to check the surf forecast, arrive early, and be prepared for a competitive jostle for waves if you're planning to surf during peak times or in excellent conditions. Overall, Whitesands offers dynamic and exciting surf conditions contained within a breathtaking landscape. It's no wonder that many surfers, both novices and experts alike, hold this destination high on their travel list.
