Llangennith
Llangennith is the Gower's workhorse wave--the go-to beach that catches most swells.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- WSW (255°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 300°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.3m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 45° - 135°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
Water temp
12°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Llangennith?
Llangennith handles all stages of the tide, so time your session around the wind instead. The live chart above shows the next few days.
What wind direction is offshore at Llangennith?
Offshore wind at Llangennith blows from the E (90°). Anything in the 45° to 135° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Llangennith?
Llangennith wants WSW swell (210° to 300°) between 0.6m and 3m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Llangennith?
The main season at Llangennith is Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, May, Aug.
How do I get to Llangennith?
Fly into SWS, then allow about 45 minutes by road.
What kind of wave is Llangennith?
Llangennith is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Aug
Getting There
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