Freshwater West in January
January is one of the best months for surfing at Freshwater West.
Plan your trip to Freshwater WestEvery 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: 2.7 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 9°C, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 9°C by day, 5°C at night
- Weather: 12 sunny days, 15 rainy days
Freshwater WestWales (Pembrokeshire), United KingdomIntermediate and up · 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ CWL 123 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
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GuinchoPortugal · 1477 km away · water 15°C2.9 m waves2
Ericeira – Ribeira d'IlhasPortugal · 1448 km away · water 15°C3 m waves3
Costa da Caparica – Fonte da TelhaPortugal · 1490 km away · water 15°C2.8 m waves4
Peniche – BalealPortugal · 1405 km away · water 15°C3.2 m waves5
Peniche – SupertubosPortugal · 1409 km away · water 15°C3.2 m waves6
Nazaré – Praia do NortePortugal · 1375 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 →Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Freshwater West?
January is one of the best months for surfing at Freshwater West. Waves 2.7 m, water 9°C (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 9°C.
How warm is the water at Freshwater West in January?
About 9°C: 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Freshwater West in January?
About 2.7 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Freshwater West in January?
Around 9°C by day and 5°C at night, with about 12 sunny and 15 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).