Murkle
Murkle is a fickle but fearsome left-hand slab near Thurso that wraps around the point and produces thick, pitching barrels.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 340° - 40°
- Size range
- 1.2m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (195°)
- Offshore range
- 160° - 230°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid to high
Water temp
9°C
Wetsuit
6/5mm + boots, gloves, hood
Difficulty
9/10
Crowd level
2/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Murkle?
Murkle works best on a mid to high tide. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Murkle?
Offshore wind at Murkle blows from the SSW (195°). Anything in the 160° to 230° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Murkle?
Murkle wants N swell (340° to 40°) between 1.2m and 3m, with a period of 14s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Murkle?
The main season at Murkle is Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb. A secondary window runs Mar.
How do I get to Murkle?
Fly into WIC, then allow about 25 minutes by road.
What kind of wave is Murkle?
Murkle is a slab break, a left-hander. Difficulty is rated 9/10.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb
Secondary: Mar
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