Kimmeridge Bay
United Kingdom · Atlantic Europe
Right now
DrizzleWind and swell direction
Swell: 0.2m WSW
Wind: 18 km/h NNE (offshore)
Beach faces: S
Offshore wind (blowing from land to sea). Ideal conditions, holding up wave faces for cleaner surf.
Swell direction is a decent angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 10:00Expected crowds
Prediction model v16amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- 4/3mm wetsuit recommended for 13°C water.
- Small waves expected. Longboard or fish to make the most of it.
- Strong winds on some days. Check the forecast each morning.
Today's briefing
0.3m swell at 7s on a short period. Moderate winds. Water temperature 13°C.
AI-generated summary for Kimmeridge Bay. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Kimmeridge Bay
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Today around 9pm (score: 1). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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Approximate modelBest on mid-high tide
Swell forecast
7-day forecastWater quality
3 nearby outfallsUpdated 10:00
Daily score breakdown
This week is looking about average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Kimmeridge Bay.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Kimmeridge Bay
Kimmeridge Bay is a highly structured, exposed reef break located on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, United Kingdom. The seafloor is composed of flat, terraced limestone and shale rock ledges extending into the English Channel. This highly stable bathymetry intercepts south-westerly groundswells, forcing the waves to peel predictably along the rock gradients. The break requires a north-easterly offshore wind to groom the faces, preventing chaotic onshore chop. The bay features distinct reef peaks offering both left and right-hand rides. Because the wave does not jack violently like shallower coastal slabs, but rather offers a steep, workable wall, it is highly suitable for intermediate surfers. The wave permits a clean take-off transitioning into a sequence of carving sections. While the rocks are covered in slippery seaweed and require careful navigation, the wave lacks the heavy, plunging mechanics of severe reef breaks, offering a highly reliable canvas for progression.
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How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Kimmeridge Bay. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Kimmeridge Bay?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.