Westport
Beach break · Highlands · Beginner → Advanced
Westport surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Not great, but surfable around 13h. — Best window: 13h–16h
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate 43
- Advanced 79
- Waves 2.5 m · 11 s period
- Wind NW 18 km/h (gusts 45 km/h)
- Tides: ▲ 05:00 · ▽ 11:00 · ▲ 17:00
About this spot
At the north end of Machrihanish Bay, on the Kintyre peninsula. A quality beach break, best at low to mid tide.
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Westport in detail
Beginner → Advanced
Ideal for starting out or longboarding. Mellow waves, little current, surf school usually nearby.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Westport
What tide is best for surfing Westport?
At Westport, tide isn't a deciding factor: the spot stays surfable across most tide states. Focus on the swell and the wind instead.
Is Westport suitable for beginners?
Westport is rather accessible to beginners when the waves stay small and the wind is light. Still, check currents, tide and local guidelines before entering.
What wind is ideal for Westport?
The ideal wind at Westport comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Westport?
Around Westport, you can also check conditions at Middle Beach, Machrihanish, Graveyards. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.