Press resources
SurfHog press and media resources
SurfHog is an independent Cornwall-based surf, weather and marine-data site created by software developer and surfer Dave Barnwell. Online since 2003, it publishes current conditions and a quality-checked observation archive for wave stations around the UK and Atlantic Europe.
Verified findings from the 2025 almanac
These figures use hourly-normalized records and the completeness rules published with the report. Link to the report when quoting them so readers can inspect the station table and limitations.
Regional seasonal pattern
In Southwest England, December had the highest regional monthly mean at 1.55 m. May was lowest at 0.59 m. The almanac keeps every region separate.
Largest accepted wave
A significant wave height of 11.5 m was recorded at Cormorant AWS in October, within a sustained high-wave sequence.
Sea temperatures
Eligible station monthly means ranged from 4.8 °C at Chapel Point to 20.2 °C at Weston Bay.
Quality control
SurfHog checked 2,096,085 values at wave-eligible stations and excluded 0.09% from summary calculations.
Logos and screenshots
SurfHog logo
2025 almanac screenshot
Wave-buoy directory screenshot
Downloadable report charts
The almanac contains four publication-ready SVG charts, each with a title, description and visible source line. Download links sit directly below each chart.
Reusing charts and images
- SurfHog logos and screenshots may be reproduced to identify or discuss SurfHog, without alteration that suggests endorsement.
- Almanac SVG charts may be reproduced with this visible credit:Source: SurfHog UK Wave and Sea Temperature Almanac 2025, linked to the report.
- Original observation-provider terms still apply. A SurfHog chart does not grant reuse rights for raw measurements or remove a provider's attribution, purpose or onward-transfer conditions.
- Please do not imply that SurfHog is an official forecast, safety or public-authority service.
Check the provider and methodology notes before publication. For another format or a local cut of the figures, email dave@surfhog.co.uk.