United Kingdom › Pembrokeshire › Whitesands
Live conditions
Local time
11:47am
Swell
2ft
5s
Cross wind
Cross
34mph
49mph
Falling tide
Low
03:11pm
Weather
11°C
9°C
6/5mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2ft 14s | 1ft 7s | Cross 29mph 45mph | 1ft 7s | 10°C 0.53mm/h |
 | 2ft 11s | 1-2ft 9s | Cross 31mph 48mph | 1-2ft 9s | 11°C 0.74mm/h |
 | 2ft 5s | 2ft 13s | Cross 35mph 53mph | 2ft 13s | 11°C 0.25mm/h |
 | 2ft 5s | 2ft 10s | Cross 34mph 50mph | 2ft 10s | 11°C 0.34mm/h |
 | 2-3ft 6s | 1-2ft 8s | Cross 30mph 44mph | 1-2ft 8s | 11°C 0.13mm/h |
 | 4-7ft 8s | 2-3ft 9s | Cross 23mph 35mph | 2-3ft 9s |  11°C |
 | 9ft 13s | 1ft 6s | Cross 23mph 35mph | 1ft 6s | 10°C |
 | 8ft 13s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 27mph 40mph | 1-2ft 10s | 10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-7ft 11s | 2ft 7s | Cross 41mph 57mph | 2ft 7s | 11°C 0.77mm/h |
| 4-7ft 9s | 2ft 7s | Cross 27mph 37mph | 2ft 7s | 10°C 0.35mm/h |
| 8-9ft 13s | 3-4ft 10s | On 21mph 30mph | 3-4ft 10s | 10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6ft 15s | 2-3ft 7s | On 14mph 19mph | 2-3ft 7s |  9°C |
| 6ft 15s | 4ft 10s | On 15mph 21mph | 4ft 10s | 9°C |
| 6ft 15s | 3ft 10s | Cross 16mph 23mph | 3ft 10s | 10°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3ft 8s | 2ft 10s | Cross 49mph 66mph | 2ft 10s | 10°C 2.36mm/h |
| 2-3ft 13s | 2ft 12s | Cross 44mph 62mph | 2ft 12s | 10°C 1.49mm/h |
| 3-5ft 13s | 2ft 15s | Cross 33mph 47mph | 2ft 15s | 11°C 0.13mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8ft 15s | 2ft 5s | On 15mph 20mph | 2ft 5s | 9°C |
| 7-8ft 15s | 2ft 7s | On 13mph 19mph | 2ft 7s | 9°C |
| 7ft 15s | 2-3ft 13s | Cross 15mph 21mph | 2-3ft 13s | 9°C 0.07mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-5ft 14s | 2-3ft 9s | On 10mph 13mph | 2-3ft 9s | 9°C 0.07mm/h |
| 4ft 14s | 1ft 5s | On 10mph 13mph | 1ft 5s | 9°C |
| 4ft 14s | Cross 13mph 16mph | Flat | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3ft 11s | 1-2ft 12s | On 31mph 37mph | 1-2ft 12s |  8°C |
| 3-4ft 8s | 1ft 6s | On 23mph 27mph | 1ft 6s |  8°C |
| 2ft 6s | 2ft 7s | Cross 18mph 21mph | 2ft 7s | 8°C 0.11mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 7s | 0-1ft 3s | Cross 18mph 23mph | 0-1ft 3s | 8°C 0.05mm/h |
| 1ft 10s | 1ft 5s | Cross 28mph 33mph | 1ft 5s | 8°C 0.77mm/h |
| 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 36mph 45mph | 0-1ft 5s | 8°C 2.11mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5ft 13s | 2ft 7s | On 23mph 27mph | 2ft 7s | 9°C |
| 2-5ft 11s | 1-2ft 4s | On 19mph 23mph | 1-2ft 4s | 9°C |
| 1-2ft 6s | 1ft 5s | Cross 18mph 25mph | 1ft 5s | 9°C 0.28mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 7s | 0-1ft 15s | Cross 33mph 37mph | 0-1ft 15s | 9°C 0.25mm/h |
| 2-6ft 8s | 1-2ft 10s | Cross 31mph 34mph | 1-2ft 10s | 9°C 0.26mm/h |
| 7ft 11s | 1ft 6s | On 28mph 31mph | 1ft 6s | 8°C 0.2mm/h |
Historical data
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.
