Croyde Bay in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Croyde Bay.
Plan your trip to Croyde BayEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 9°C, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 9°C by day, 4°C at night
- Weather: 11 sunny days, 17 rainy days
Croyde BayEngland (North Devon), United KingdomIntermediate and up · 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ CWL 69 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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GuinchoPortugal · 1438 km away · water 15°C2.9 m waves2
Ericeira – Ribeira d'IlhasPortugal · 1409 km away · water 15°C3 m waves3
Costa da Caparica – Fonte da TelhaPortugal · 1450 km away · water 15°C2.8 m waves4
Peniche – BalealPortugal · 1366 km away · water 15°C3.2 m waves5
Peniche – SupertubosPortugal · 1370 km away · water 15°C3.2 m waves6
Nazaré – Praia do NortePortugal · 1335 km away · water 15°C2.8 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Schools and camps near Croyde Bay
- Surf School 0.5 km
- North Devon Surf School 9.6 km
- Baggy Surf Lodge 0.6 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Croyde Bay?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Croyde Bay. Waves 2.6 m, water 9°C (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 9°C.
How warm is the water at Croyde Bay in January?
About 9°C: 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Croyde Bay in January?
About 2.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Croyde Bay in January?
Around 9°C by day and 4°C at night, with about 11 sunny and 17 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Guincho (2.9 m waves), Ericeira – Ribeira d'Ilhas (3 m waves) & Costa da Caparica – Fonte da Telha (2.8 m waves).