Watergate Bay Surf Report & Forecast
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Current Surf Conditions
Condition Rating
Surf Height
5-7FT
Head to 2ft overhead
Swell
Wind
21KTSSSW
25kts gusts, Cross-shore
Tide
Temperature
59°F
3/2mm wetsuit
North Cornwall Forecast
Jamie Bateman •Today
Conditions improving this afternoon - sheltered breaks offer more manageable surf
Afternoon Outlook: conditions smoothing out this afternoon as the tide drops backs, especially at spots that handle increasing S/SSW wind. Sheltered breaks are looking fun and super-clean, overhead sets at the more exposed beaches if that's your thing.
Conditions continue to improve through the remainder of the day although you will need to tuck in from a gusty SSE wind if you're surfing after work. Low pressure on it's way in from the south-west.
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Watergate Bay Surf Guide
A consistent beachbreak to the north of Newquay, this is a popular contest venue and, dependent on the banks, a two-mile stretch of sand that can churn out punchy lefts and rights along its length. This spot was traditionally seen as a less crowded alternative to Fistral with a less competitive vibe, but it has become increasingly busy in recent years. While the middle of the beach gets packed due to its proximity to the access, a short walk north or south usually yields a quieter peak. Works th... Read more