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Surf forecast for Grande Anse (La Digue)

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⚡️kJ
Timezone:
Indian/Mahe
Forecast updated:
25/09, 16:00
Wind: SN UNITY Atmos
(20260925 12z)
Waves: SN UNITY WAVE
(20260925 12z)

Weather

Thursday 01/10

Water temperature
28°C
Daily average
Air temperatureBeta
Over water
27–28°C
Moon phase
Waning gibbous
75% illuminated
Closest moon phase
Last quarter
Sat 03/10 17:27
Tide range
-0.1m - 1.2m
Low 00:30 · High 07:17
Next spring tide
Mon 12/10
1.2m range
Next neap tide
Mon 05/10
0.7m range

Timeline

Today Wed 30/09
07:00 - 08:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). High tide, turning.
Swell 11.3m8.0 s(316 kJ)(ESE)
24 / 30 km/h(ESE)
1.2 → 1.1m
08:00 - 13:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). High to low tide, falling.
Swell 11.5m9.8 s(624 kJ)(SE)
28 / 34 km/h(ESE)
1.1 → 0.0m
13:00 - 17:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.4m7.8 s(340 kJ)(ESE)
23 / 29 km/h(ESE)
0.0 → 0.5m
Tomorrow Thu 01/10
05:41 - 08:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.0m12.0 s(418 kJ)(S)
27 / 33 km/h(ESE)
1.1 → 1.2m
08:00 - 14:00
Solid but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). High to low tide, falling.
Swell 11.2m10.7 s(454 kJ)(SSE)
26 / 32 km/h(ESE)
1.2 → 0.0m
14:00 - 16:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.3m8.3 s(369 kJ)(SE)
25 / 30 km/h(ESE)
0.0 → 0.2m
Fri 02/10
05:40 - 09:00
Solid but blown out (moderate onshore). Rising to high tide, then falling.
Swell 11.4m8.0 s(381 kJ)(SE)
22 / 28 km/h(ESE)
0.9 → 1.1m
09:00 - 15:00
Fun but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). High to low tide, falling.
Swell 11.4m7.9 s(356 kJ)(SE)
24 / 31 km/h(ESE)
1.1 → 0.1m
15:00 - 18:31
Fun but blown out (moderate cross-onshore). Falling to low tide, then rising.
Swell 11.3m7.9 s(307 kJ)(ESE)
21 / 30 km/h(E)
0.1 → 0.3m
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Grande Anse (La Digue) Surf Forecast Guide

Overview

Grande Anse sits on La Digue, a beach break that peels both left and right over a mix of uneven reef and sand. Along with neighbouring Petite Anse, it catches groundswell and can serve up some reliable, crowd-free surf when the setup lines up.

When It Works

Grande Anse draws swell from east through south, with southeast (SE) swell the best match. It works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft and is moderately consistent, so you'll find rideable windows without it firing every day.

Wind and Tide

Look for northwest (NW) offshore wind to clean up the faces; a southeast wind blows straight onshore and turns it into messy close-outs. The beach works across low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call. It can get a bit rippy when the wind is up, so keep an eye on the current.

Local Tips

This is an approachable, beginner-friendly wave, and the lineup stays fairly quiet even when it's working.

Surf spots near Grande Anse (La Digue)

Carana
Glacis, Seychelles
Beach break
Wed 30
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Northeast Point
Anse Etoile, Seychelles
Reef break
Wed 30
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Pointe Camille
La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychelles
Reef break
Wed 30
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Grande Anse (La Digue)
La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychelles
Beach break
Wed 30
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4
Frégate Island
La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychelles
Beach break
Wed 30
Thu 1
Fri 2
Sat 3
Sun 4

Frequently asked questions

What are good surfing conditions for Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) is usually best with swell from east to south (E-S), ideally southeast (SE) around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft, northwest (NW) offshore wind, and any tide.

Where is the surf spot Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) is a surf spot in La Reunion, La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychelles.

What is the surf break like at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) is a left-and-right beach break over uneven reef and sand. Expect a fairly quiet crowd.

What surfing skill level is Grande Anse (La Digue) suitable for?

Grande Anse (La Digue) can suit beginner surfers.

Is Grande Anse (La Digue) beginner friendly for surfing?

Yes. Grande Anse (La Digue) can suit beginner surfers when conditions are manageable.

How consistent is the surf at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) has moderate surf consistency for La Digue and Inner Islands, Seychelles.

What surf spots are near Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Other nearby surf spots are Pointe Camille, Frégate Island, Northeast Point, and Carana.

What swell direction works for surfing at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) can work with swell from east to south (E-S); southeast (SE) is usually best.

What swell size works for surfing at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) usually works with swell around 0.6 m / 2 ft to 1.8 m / 6 ft.

What wind direction is best for surfing at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Northwest (NW) offshore wind is usually best at Grande Anse (La Digue).

What wind direction is offshore for surfing at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Northwest (NW) is offshore at Grande Anse (La Digue).

What tide works best for surfing at Grande Anse (La Digue)?

Grande Anse (La Digue) can work on all tides. A rising tide is usually better here.

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