Dalmore
Dalmore is one of the Outer Hebrides' most photogenic surf spots--a dramatic crescent of sand flanked by towering sea stacks and dark cliffs on the Isle of Lewis.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WNW (295°)
- Direction range
- 260° - 330°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 2.4m
- Ideal size
- 2.0m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 13s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 100° - 170°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
9°C
Wetsuit
6/5mm + boots, gloves, hood
Difficulty
6/10
Crowd level
1/10
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Jun, Aug
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