Surf spot

Tim's Reef

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Country: UAE
Coordinates: 25.4928, 56.3632

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Wave period (s)	3.6	3.6	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.5	3.4	3.3	3.3	3	3	3.3	3.5	3.8	4	4	7.8	7.7	7.8	7.9	4.5	4.7	7.6	6.7	3.4	6.5	7.2	7.9	5.1	5.2	5.1	4.5	4.5	4.5	4.4	4.4	4.1	6.3	3.5	6.4	7.3	7.3	7.8	7.5	7.7	4.3	4.2	4	4	4	4	4
Wave energy (kJ)	5	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	3	3	2	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	5	5	5	4	2	2	4	4	1	4	4	3	2	2	2	2	2	1	1	1	1	2	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Wind speed (km/h)	10.5	7.3	9.4	13.3	14.2	10.7	9.1	4.7	10.7	6.6	6.6	10.5	15.4	9.3	7.9	4.4	2.6	6.9	5.8	9.5	8.1	3.9	2.9	2.9	4	0.8	6.4	5.1	10.1	10.1	7.9	8.1	3.8	2.1	4	9.8	14.9	12.3	9.9	9.1	1.9	1	7	10.7	15	10.4	9.5	6.9	1.3	2.2	7.3	11.3	15.5	9	6.7	5.8
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Tim’s Reef is a surf spot in the United Arab Emirates known among local surfers for its reef break setup and occasional rideable swells when conditions line up. Surfing in the UAE is generally highly tide- and swell-dependent, and Tim’s Reef is no exception.

Quick description

Type: Reef break
Location: UAE coastline
Best for: Surfers looking for a more localized, less crowded wave when the sea is active
Conditions: Works best with a strong enough swell, favorable wind direction, and the right tide
Wave character: Can offer a clean, punchy, fast-breaking wave over reef when it’s on

What to expect

Inconsistent: Like many UAE surf spots, it doesn’t work every day.
Reef bottom: Expect a shallow, rocky/reef substrate, so caution is important.
Best sessions: Usually happen during rare but solid swells, often in the cooler months when conditions are more favorable.
Skill level: Better suited to intermediate to advanced surfers, especially because of the reef and the need to read conditions carefully.

Tips

Check local surf reports and wind forecasts before going.
Watch the spot before paddling out, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the reef.
Wear suitable footwear if needed and be mindful of shallow sections.