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Live conditions

Local time
12:13pm
Swell
3ft
11s
Cross wind
Cross
11mph
14mph
Falling tide
Low
12:40pm
Weather
16°C
14°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
3ft 9s | 1ft 10s | On 12mph 15mph | 1ft 10s | 15°C | |
3ft 10s | 1ft 11s | Cross 11mph 13mph | 1ft 11s | 15°C | |
3ft 10s | 1ft 8s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 15°C | |
3ft 10s | 1ft 8s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 1ft 8s | 16°C | |
2-3ft 11s | 1ft 9s | Cross 10mph 13mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C | |
2ft 11s | 1ft 9s | Cross 9mph 10mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C | |
2ft 11s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 8mph 8mph | 0-1ft 6s | 16°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 3s | Cross 8mph 8mph | 1ft 3s | 16°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 10s | 1ft 7s | Cross 6mph 6mph | 1ft 7s | 16°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 10s | Cross 7mph 7mph | 1ft 10s | 17°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 6s | On 10mph 12mph | 1ft 6s | 17°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 10s | 1ft 6s | Cross 13mph 16mph | 1ft 6s | 14°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 3s | Cross 14mph 18mph | 1ft 3s | 14°C | |
2ft 10s | 1ft 3s | Cross 16mph 21mph | 1ft 3s | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 0-1ft 3s | Cross 25mph 32mph | 0-1ft 3s | 13°C | |
1ft 9s | Cross 27mph 34mph | Flat | 14°C | ||
1ft 9s | Cross 28mph 35mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2ft 6s | 1ft 8s | On 19mph 24mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C 0.27mm/h | |
1ft 7s | 0-1ft 7s | On 9mph 12mph | 0-1ft 7s | 14°C 0.07mm/h | |
1ft 8s | 0-1ft 5s | On 18mph 23mph | 0-1ft 5s | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
4-5ft 7s | Cross 16mph 22mph | Flat | 14°C 0.09mm/h | ||
4ft 7s | 1ft 4s | Cross 12mph 14mph | 1ft 4s | 15°C | |
3ft 7s | 1ft 4s | Cross 11mph 15mph | 1ft 4s | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 5s | 1ft 11s | Cross 5mph 4mph | 1ft 11s | 13°C | |
2-3ft 6s | 1ft 8s | Cross 3mph 3mph | 1ft 8s | 13°C | |
2-3ft 6s | 1-2ft 9s | Cross 5mph 6mph | 1-2ft 9s | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 9s | 1ft 6s | On 8mph 9mph | 1ft 6s | 15°C | |
1ft 9s | On 11mph 15mph | Flat | 15°C | ||
1ft 9s | Cross 11mph 15mph | Flat | 14°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1ft 6s | 1ft 6s | Cross 12mph 14mph | 1ft 6s | 14°C | |
1ft 7s | 1ft 7s | Cross 7mph 8mph | 1ft 7s | 16°C | |
1ft 8s | Cross 7mph 9mph | Flat | 15°C |
Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
0-1ft 7s | On 7mph 8mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
Flat | Cross 10mph 15mph | Flat | 16°C | ||
0-1ft 6s | 0-1ft 7s | On 9mph 11mph | 0-1ft 7s | 17°C |
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.