Aberaeron Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.25° N 4.26° W

Aberaeron Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 18 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Aberaeron sea temperature is
19.8° C
3.7° 

Aberaeron surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Aberaeron surf forecast from 18 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Thursday 20 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 5s period, NNW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 20 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 5s period, NNW swell with 74 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Thursday 20 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 5s period with NNW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Aberaeron this week:

The surf forecast for Aberaeron over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 9s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Aberaeron in the next 16 days are 1.2m 5s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 20) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 5s period and expected on Friday (Aug 21) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Thu 20th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 5s
Best Surf10PM (Thu 20th Aug)3.5ft (1.1m) 5s
Most Powerful 7PM (Thu 20th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 5s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Aberaeron over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer for Aberaeron. The guidance tells me this spot is a beach and point setup, intermediate-level, and it likes a decent swell from the south-west. It’s one of those spots that can be a bit hit and miss, and it’s often got a few people around.

Right, the long and short of it is: the next 16 days are a real mixed bag, and there’s a big, long gap where you’d be better off doing something else. For the first week, from the 18th of August right through to the 31st, you’re looking at tiny, weak, and pretty much unsurfable waves. The swell is coming in from the west and north-west, but it’s just a dribble—0.7ft to 3ft, with periods as short as 4 seconds. The combined energy is negligible, staying under 100 (65 is the highest you’ll see), and the wind is almost always onshore or cross-onshore, so it’s a choppy, messy mess. Forget about it. There’s a brief moment on the morning of the 21st where it’s glassy, but the swell is only 0.7ft, so it’s flat calm, not surfable. Then from the 22nd to the 31st, the swell is basically non-existent, with heights under 2ft and energy readings in the single or low double digits. That’s a solid 10-day stretch of nothing.

Now, hold on to your board, because after that long dry spell, things get a bit more interesting. On the 1st of September, the swell starts to show some life. Tuesday morning the 1st of September sees a 7ft swell from the west-south-west, with a combined energy of 485 (moderate energy). That’s a proper size, but the period is only 7 seconds, so it’s a short-period, messy windswell, and the wind is a strong cross-onshore, so it’s going to be blown out and messy. Tuesday afternoon is a bit smaller at 5ft, but still with that strong cross-onshore wind. Not great.

The real standout of the whole outlook is Wednesday morning, the 2nd of September. You’ve got a 6ft swell from the west-north-west, combined energy of 185 (still moderate). The wind is a gentle cross-offshore from the south, which is a good sign for clean conditions. This is the best of the bunch. The swell is overhead, but it’s a bit short-period (6 seconds), so it might not have the punch you’d hope for. For an intermediate, it’s a solid day. The afternoon sees a 5ft swell, but the wind swings back to a moderate cross-onshore, so the morning is the window.

If you’re an expert, you might be interested in that 7ft morning on the 1st of September, but the wind is a strong onshore, so it’s going to be a battle. The 6ft on the 2nd of September is the one to target. The water temperature is 68°F, which is 7° warmer than usual for this time of year, so it’s a noticeably warmer paddle.

Signing off, Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Tue night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Fri morning. Very mild (max 16°C on Sun afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Tuesday
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Thursday
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Energy kJ
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High Tide
12:21PM3.65m
00:42AM3.67m
1:02PM3.34m
1:25AM3.26m
1:49PM3.03m
2:21AM2.89m
2:57PM2.78m
3:51AM2.66m
4:42PM2.71m
5:32AM2.69m
6:05PM2.90m
6:36AM2.90m
6:57PM3.19m
Low Tide
6:57PM0.88m
7:24AM1.04m
7:31PM1.16m
7:58AM1.34m
8:19PM1.43m
8:51AM1.59m
9:39PM1.63m
10:27AM1.72m
11:42PM1.64m
12:21PM1.61m
1:08AM1.42m
1:25PM1.35m
1:57AM1.13m
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Information about the Aberaeron Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Aberaeron provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Aberaeron can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Aberaeron surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Aberaeron) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Aberaeron may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

Are you planning a holiday in Mid Wales? If you are looking for accommodation near Aberaeron, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Mid Wales, consider staying in Aberystwyth which is 16 km (10 miles) away. Other places in and around Mid Wales where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Trawscoed which is 18 km (11 miles) away, Aberporth, Carmarthen and Builth Wells.

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