Seal Tub Beach (Weihai)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) is a low-profile sandy city beach break in Huancui District, with easy access from the coastal road and a setup that’s typically empty. The beach can produce fun, short surf with both right and left directions, most often when a North swell arrives alongside South wind. In terms of wave size, the spot is described as starting to work around 1.0 to 1.5 meters, with normal rides commonly under 50 meters. Some sources note that longer rides can happen on exceptional days when swell is consistent, though when swell pushes above roughly 2 meters the waves may close out. For wind, South winds are repeatedly described as optimal—helping groom the wave face as offshore wind. Typical wind ranges are given as roughly 10 to 20 knots, but reliability is noted as low, and nearby buildings along the coast road can create turbulence. The biggest priority is water and on-water safety: pollution is specifically flagged as a hazard, and there may be floating debris. In winter, cold water is also highlighted, so thick cold-water gear is important; rescue/lifeguards are not indicated on-site (and regional rescue for recreational sports is described as limited).
- South wind/offshore effect helps wave face
- North swell target (best performance with N swell + S wind)
- Sandy beach-break with both left and right peaks
- Typically quiet/empty city spot
- Sandy beach-break with generally good wave quality when conditions line up
- South wind is optimal/offshore and helps groom the face
- Beginner-friendly and typically empty
- Sometimes breaks only when swell is large enough
- Pollution and possible floating debris
- Cold-water conditions in winter require full gear
- Wind reliability can be low
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- S
- Offshore directions
- S
- Wind Range
- 10–20 kts
- Wind Type
- Frontal — Gemini describes the wind type as frontal.
- Reliability
- low
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Gemini: moderate gusts.
- Best Months
- January, February, September, October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- Buildings along the coastal road can create turbulence in offshore winds.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small
- Chop Level
- Heavy chop — Providers describe chop/small surf; one source lists water type as chop.
- Launch
- Small — Instant access; described as under 5 minutes walking distance from the road.
Through the year
Usually empty on weekdays; a small group of local regulars on weekends.
July and August
By sport
What to expect for each.
Low-profile sandy city beach break producing fun, short waves on the right and left with the best performance when a North swell meets South wind.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- N
- Swell Height
- 1–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Best tide position noted as mid and high / rising tide; Gemini specifies optimal tide as mid.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Gemini describes it as exposed.
- Wind Effect
- South winds are optimal/offshore and help groom the wave face.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out when swell exceeds about 2 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Good
- Wave Power
- Soft — Sources describe the power as fun/soft.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Short — Normal rides are under 50 meters; can reach around 150 meters on exceptional days.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Short rides are typical; usually < 50 m, with occasional longer rides under consistent swell.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) in the full forecast view.
Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–18 ktsGusts 32 kts
- Direction
- NW317°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 2718 kts
- Windy days
- 5/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.4–1.8 m4s period
- Temperature
- 8–19 °C
Over the next 7 days, Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) is forecast for daytime winds of 5–18 kts, peaking around 18 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 32 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.4–1.8 m with a period of about 4s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Pollution
- Floating debris
- Cold water temperatures in winter
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Regional context notes limited on-water rescue for recreational sports.
Rules of the spot
All surfers can surf here; the spot is typically empty.
- Works best when a North swell is met with a light South offshore wind.
- Winter surfing is common here, but full cold-water gear is essential.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Huancui District, Weihai
- Nearest Town
- Weihai
- Parking
- Parking is available along the coast road and near the local restaurants.
- Access
- From the centre of Weihai, head through the tunnel to the North West. Turn right at the coast road; the break is in front of a well-known seafood restaurant cluster.
- Local Language
- Chinese (Mandarin)
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and guesthouses are available within Huancui District of Weihai.
- Food & Drink
- Several well-known seafood restaurants are located directly adjacent to the beach.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
A historic island located in Weihai Bay, known as the birthplace of China's first modern navy.
A significant museum detailing naval history and the First Sino-Japanese War.
Dedicated coastal paths offering scenic views for cyclists and runners.
A busy area featuring restaurants serving fresh local catches and Korean-influenced cuisine.
A large public park with walking trails and scenic overlooks of the city and bay.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Seal Tub Beach (Weihai)?
The best overall months at Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) are September, October, March, April, May, June, July, August. The best wind months are January, February, September, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Seal Tub Beach (Weihai)?
Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) works with S winds. Offshore directions are S.
What skill level is Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) suitable for?
Seal Tub Beach (Weihai) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Beginner.