Rhossili Bay
Rhossili Bay is frequently voted one of the UK's most beautiful beaches--sweeping sand backed by dramatic cliffs.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- WSW (240°)
- Direction range
- 210° - 290°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- ENE (60°)
- Offshore range
- 30° - 120°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
12°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
4/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of wave is Rhossili Bay?
Rhossili Bay is a beach break in Gower, UK, with peaks that run both left and right.
What swell works best at Rhossili Bay?
Rhossili Bay picks up swell from the SSW round to the WNW, and it's best when it's coming straight out of the WSW. It starts working at around 0.9m and handles up to about 2.5m, with the sweet spot around 1.6 to 2.1m. Period matters too: aim for 12s or longer, as anything under 8s tends to be weak. These are the numbers our scoring uses, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
What wind is offshore at Rhossili Bay?
An ENE wind is dead offshore at Rhossili Bay, and anything from the NNE round to the ESE keeps it clean. The morning is typically the best window, roughly 6am to 11am. Light winds from other directions can still be fine; strong offshores can make it hard to get into waves.
What tide is best at Rhossili Bay?
Rhossili Bay is at its best around mid tide.
When is the best time of year to surf Rhossili Bay?
The most reliable run of swell at Rhossili Bay comes Sep to Mar. There's a second window in Apr to May and Aug too.
How cold is the water at Rhossili Bay?
The water at Rhossili Bay averages around 12°C, so you'll want a 5/4mm with boots. It shifts a few degrees through the year, so check the season before you pack.
Is Rhossili Bay good for beginners?
It's more of an intermediate wave, rated 4/10 for difficulty, so newer surfers are best off sticking to the smaller days. Expect a moderate crowd (4/10) when it's on. Occasional rips in bigger surf. Strong undertows. No lifeguard. Long walk from car park.
How do I get to Rhossili Bay?
The nearest airport on our list is SWS, then it's roughly a 50-minute drive.
What other surf spots are near Rhossili Bay?
The closest breaks we track are Llangennith (3.1 km), Pete's Reef (21 km) and Crab Island (21 km), handy when Rhossili Bay isn't working.
Best Season
Peak: Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, May, Aug
Getting There
Nearby Spots
Llangennith
Gower's workhorse - Infamous paddle out - Welsh surf heartland
Pete's Reef
Gower's shallow reef - Low tide specialist - Sharp and technical
Crab Island
Gower reef break - Needs size to fire - Sharp reef
Three Peaks
Gower's powerful reef - A-frame peaks - Best at high tide
Manorbier
Pembrokeshire right reef - Castle backdrop - High tide specialist
Rest Bay
Porthcawl's most consistent - All abilities - Rapidly changing tides