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Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
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.
The best week for surf at Perranporth is the week of 23 November (score 3/5) with low crowds.
Moderate swell providing fun waves for a session. Short-period wind swell: expect weak, crumbly faces. Full onshore mess. Not worth the paddle unless you are desperate. Conditions improving through the afternoon.
Heads up: rip risk elevated, and jellyfish: high.
Indicators derived from forecast data, not official warnings. Always check local lifeguard or official advice.
The air here is 74% cleaner than the average comparison city right now.
Significantly cleaner air than a typical city. Ideal for outdoor exercise with minimal respiratory strain.
Not a pollutant. Ozone is naturally higher at altitude and near the coast, and lower in cities where traffic exhaust breaks it down. High readings here typically indicate clean air. Can cause short-term airway irritation during intense exercise but is not linked to the long-term health risks of particulate pollution.
Additive health score: each pollutant contributes points relative to its WHO 2021 guideline and long-term health impact (PM2.5 9, NO₂ 5, O₃ 3, PM10 2, SO₂ 1 at WHO limits). Data via Open-Meteo. City markers show live readings. Red line marks the WHO guideline. Updated 03:00
Good water clarity: ~8m visibility
Updated 10:32
Local knowledge and community tips for Perranporth
Perranporth is a massive, accessible beach break on Cornwall's north coast. The sand stretches for nearly three miles, offering countless peaks along its length. It faces west-northwest and picks up Atlantic swell with excellent reliability. The beach is wide and open, backed by dunes at the north end and the village at the south. It is a genuinely good all-rounder: big enough to spread out, consistent enough to surf regularly, and varied enough to cater to different levels.
Any westerly Atlantic swell produces rideable waves here. An easterly or south-easterly offshore wind provides clean conditions. Works on all tides. Low tide can be hollow close to shore, mid-tide offers the best all-round shape. Consistent from September through May. Summer swells produce fun smaller waves on the inside. The 2-6ft range is ideal for most surfers.
The beach is so large that peaks exist everywhere. The section in front of the Watering Hole pub (south end) is most popular. Walking north towards Ligger Point reveals quieter peaks. The banks near the stream outlets tend to be more defined. Observe from the clifftop or beach before choosing your spot.
Rip currents on bigger days, as with any exposed beach. The sheer size means drifting far from your entry point without realising. Lifeguards patrol the main section in summer only. The rocks around Ligger Point (north end) should be avoided. Generally a forgiving, safe spot due to the sandy bottom and gradual slope.
Beach car park at the south end (pay in summer, often free in winter). Direct access to the sand via a ramp. Multiple access points along the coast path for the northern sections. Full facilities in the village including surf hire, cafes, and changing.
The south end near the pub and car park is busy on good days and in summer. Walk 10 minutes north and you will find dramatically fewer people. The beach is so big that even on the busiest days you can find a quiet peak by walking. Surf schools operate near the main access. Autumn midweek is reliably quiet throughout.
Perranporth is underrated. It delivers consistent waves without the crowds and attitude of Fistral. The Watering Hole (directly on the beach) is one of the best post-surf pub locations in the country. The northern end near Ligger Point can produce quality peaks with nobody around. If the wind swings onshore, check Holywell Bay next door which has slightly different exposure.
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Conditions at Perranporth tend to be best between 06:00 to 09:00 in July.
Average score during this window: 46/100
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The timing score combines two signals: historical conditions quality (how good the skiing or surfing typically is in a given week, based on 5 years of weather data) and crowd pressure (how many of this destination's feeder markets have school holidays that week).
Crowd pressure is weighted by each feeder country's share of visitors. If 40% of a resort's visitors come from France and France is on holiday, that contributes 0.40 to the crowd pressure score. Crowds can reduce the timing score by up to 35%, ensuring conditions still matter most.
Scores: 5 = great conditions with low crowds (the sweet spot). 4 = great conditions with moderate crowds, or good conditions with low crowds. 3 = average. 2 = below average conditions or very crowded. 1 = poor conditions or peak holiday chaos.
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