Welcome to our daily update page for paddleboarding conditions across the Purbeck coast

We monitor tides, swell, wind and weather so you don’t have to — from Swanage and Studland to Kimmeridge, Lulworth, and Durdle Door.

Check below for today’s summary, and head out with confidence.

Today’s Coastal Conditions – Purbeck & Dorset Coast

Updated: Tuesday 9 September 2025

Latest data for paddleboarders and surfers:

  • Paddleboarding – Swanage: Mostly flat to slight sea (~0.2–0.4 m / 0.5–1.5 ft at ~7–9 s). Light–moderate S/SW breeze early (8–12 kn), easing later. Glassy paddles best early before wind and chop build.
  • Paddleboarding – Studland, Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door: Very sheltered and calm with only small ripples. Perfect for beginners and relaxed touring throughout the day.
  • Paddleboarding – Kimmeridge Bay: Slight pulse (~0.3–0.5 m / 1–1.5 ft) early; winds light a.m., more variable later. Great for mellow exploration rather than surf.
  • Surf – Swanage: Small sets ~0.5–0.8 m (1.5–2.5 ft) at ~8–10 s; tidiest early and toward evening as winds ease. Short clean windows around the tides.
  • Surf – Kimmeridge: More consistent than Swanage, ~0.9–1.3 m (3–4+ ft) at ~6–8 s. Cross/cross-on winds at times; cleaner spells on the push. Best late morning or during evening lulls.
  • Surf – Bournemouth & Boscombe: Short-period windswell in the mix, ~0.6–1.0 m (2–3 ft) at ~6–9 s. Onshore spells around midday; tidier late if breeze eases/turns slightly. Fun, punchier waves across the pier breaks.

Summary:
Sheltered bays are excellent for SUP this morning. Surf is small but improving at exposed breaks—Kimmeridge and Boscombe offer the best chances, especially toward evening if winds ease.

Sun, Tide & Conditions – Swanage Bay

Sunrise: 06:34 am · Sunset: 19:38 pm

Water Temp: ~18.5–19 °C · Air Temp: ~18–20 °C

Wind: Light–moderate S/SW early (8–12 kn), easing and tending lighter/variable late.

Tide: Low ~05:05 am · High ~10:37 am · Low ~17:25 pm · High ~22:47 pm

2-Day Paddle & Surf Outlook

Wednesday: Similar or slightly smaller surf with variable winds; clean SUP in sheltered bays. Kimmeridge holds the most reliable peaks.

Thursday: Small to fun pulses continue; longer clean spells early if winds stay light. Sheltered coves remain reliable for easy paddling.

Please always check tide and weather forecasts before heading out on the water.