Newquay – Fistral Beach in October
October is a good month for surfing at Newquay – Fistral Beach (best: January–February, November–December).
Plan your trip to Newquay – Fistral BeachEvery 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: 1.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 16°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: 18 sunny days, 19 rainy days
Newquay – Fistral BeachEngland (Cornwall), United KingdomBeginner-friendly · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ NQY 8 kmWave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in October
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Biscarrosse PlageFrance · 724 km away · water 19°C2.2 m waves2
LacanauFrance · 669 km away · water 19°C2.2 m waves3
CarcavelosPortugal · 1347 km away · water 19°C2.1 m waves4
Nazaré – Praia do NortePortugal · 1242 km away · water 19°C2.1 m waves5
Ericeira – Ribeira d'IlhasPortugal · 1315 km away · water 18°C2.2 m waves6
Costa da Caparica – Fonte da TelhaPortugal · 1357 km away · water 18°C2 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in October →Schools and camps near Newquay – Fistral Beach
- Escape Surf School 1 km
- Holywell Bay School of Surf 4.3 km
- Perranporth Surf School 8.7 km
- Surf Side Stop 1.4 km
- Surf Lodge 6.3 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is October a good time for surfing at Newquay – Fistral Beach?
October is a good month for surfing at Newquay – Fistral Beach (best: January–February, November–December). Waves 1.8 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 16°C.
How warm is the water at Newquay – Fistral Beach in October?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Newquay – Fistral Beach in October?
About 1.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Newquay – Fistral Beach in October?
Around 16°C by day and 12°C at night, with about 18 sunny and 19 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in October?
Within 1,500 km: Biscarrosse Plage (2.2 m waves), Lacanau (2.2 m waves) & Carcavelos (2.1 m waves).