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Live conditions
Local time
02:37am
Swell
1ft
10s
Cross-offshore wind
Cross
17mph
23mph
Rising tide
High
04:42am
Weather
16°C
15°C
4/3mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1ft 10s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 17mph 23mph | 0-1ft 10s | 16°C |
 | 1ft 10s | Cross 18mph 23mph | Flat | 16°C | |
 | 1ft 10s | Cross 17mph 24mph | Flat |  15°C | |
 | 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 7s | Cross 16mph 23mph | 0-1ft 7s |  15°C 0.24mm/h |
 | 1ft 9s | 1ft 9s | Cross 16mph 21mph | 1ft 9s | 16°C 0.22mm/h |
 | 1ft 9s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 15mph 19mph | 0-1ft 9s | 15°C 0.37mm/h |
 | 1ft 9s | Cross 15mph 22mph | Flat | 16°C 0.16mm/h | |
 | 1ft 8s | Off 16mph 23mph | Flat |  16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 8s | Cross 15mph 17mph | Flat |  15°C | |
| Flat | Cross 14mph 17mph | Flat | 16°C | |
| Flat | Cross 14mph 15mph | Flat |  16°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 7s | 0-1ft 6s | Off 11mph 14mph | 0-1ft 6s |  15°C 0.92mm/h |
| 1ft 6s | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 10mph 13mph | 0-1ft 8s | 15°C 0.88mm/h |
| 0-1ft 6s | 1ft 8s | Cross 7mph 10mph | 1ft 8s | 15°C 0.27mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 16mph 18mph | 0-1ft 6s | 15°C 0.11mm/h |
| 1ft 6s | Cross 20mph 21mph | Flat | 15°C | |
| 1ft 5s | Cross 14mph 17mph | Flat |  14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1ft 4s | Cross 7mph 7mph | 1ft 4s | 14°C |
| 0-1ft 5s | 1ft 4s | Cross 6mph 6mph | 1ft 4s | 14°C |
| Flat | 1ft 4s | Off 4mph 3mph | 1ft 4s | 14°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-1ft 5s | 1ft 5s | Cross 19mph 22mph | 1ft 5s | 14°C 0.32mm/h |
| Flat | 0-1ft 3s | Off 19mph 23mph | 0-1ft 3s | 15°C 0.14mm/h |
| Flat | Cross 20mph 27mph | Flat | 15°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 9s | Cross 13mph 17mph | Flat | 14°C 1mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 9s | On 18mph 22mph | Flat | 14°C 0.14mm/h | |
| 1ft 9s | On 18mph 22mph | Flat | 15°C 0.22mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5ft 11s | 1ft 3s | Cross 30mph 32mph | 1ft 3s | 11°C 1.07mm/h |
| 5ft 11s | 1ft 6s | Cross 30mph 33mph | 1ft 6s | 11°C 0.23mm/h |
| 3-4ft 11s | 1ft 7s | Cross 28mph 30mph | 1ft 7s | 12°C 0.06mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 6s | 1-2ft 6s | Cross 20mph 22mph | 1-2ft 6s | 12°C |
| 2ft 6s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 23mph 24mph | 0-1ft 6s | 13°C |
| 1-2ft 6s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 22mph 25mph | 0-1ft 6s | 13°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flat | 1ft 7s | Cross 14mph 15mph | 1ft 7s | 13°C |
| Flat | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 14mph 14mph | 0-1ft 5s | 13°C |
| Flat | Cross 13mph 14mph | Flat | 13°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.