Bamburgh Surf Break

Lat Long: 55.62° N 1.72° W

Bamburgh Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 03 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bamburgh sea temperature is
14.8° C
0.1° 

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


Bamburgh surf forecast from 3 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 4 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period, E swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 6 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 8s period, NNE swell with 295 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 4 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 7s period with E swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bamburgh this week:

The surf forecast for Bamburgh over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 04) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Bamburgh in the next 16 days are 1.6m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 06) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 09) at 4PM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Tue 4th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Best Surf 4PM (Tue 4th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 7s
Most Powerful 1PM (Thu 6th Aug)5ft (1.6m) 8s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for our local stretch.

Straight up, I’ve got to be honest with you – the next couple of weeks look pretty grim for paddle surfing. We’ve got a long dry spell here. The forecast doesn’t give us a single decent surf window until the middle of the period, and even then, it’s nothing to write home about. The first real chance to get wet, and I’m using that term loosely, isn’t until Tuesday, the 6th of August.

Before that, Monday the 5th of August has a bit of offshore wind, but the swell is tiny at 2ft from the east, with a short period of 6 seconds. The combined energy is a weak 58. It’s just not enough to push you around. The water temp is sitting at 59°F, which is pretty much bang on average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Tuesday the 6th of August morning is our first real event. Bamburgh will see a 5ft swell from the NNE, with a period of 8 seconds. The combined energy is moderate, coming in at 273. It’s not a standout, but it’s the best we’ve got. Problem is, the wind is light and cross-shore from the NW, which will leave some wind ripple on the face. The afternoon turns messy with a cross-onshore breeze, so surf that morning if you’re going to go. The optimum swell direction here is from the NE, so this is a decent alignment.

Wednesday the 7th of August is cleaner, with a cross-offshore wind in the morning from the WSW, but the swell drops back to 3ft from the NNE. It’s surfable, but very ordinary. The afternoon looks similar with a 3ft swell. The energy is weak to moderate, around 113 and 81. For a beginner, this is probably your best bet for a safe, small wave, but don’t expect any power.

After that, it’s a long, slow fade. From Thursday the 8th of August right through to the end of the 16-day window, we’re looking at waves barely breaking 2ft, with very little energy. The wind is often offshore, which is a tease, but the swell just isn’t there. The period drops to 4 or 5 seconds, which is pure wind chop, not a real groundswell. There’s a glassy moment on Tuesday the 18th of August, but with a 0.7ft swell, it’s a lake.

So, the one and only standout, if you can call it that, is Tuesday the 6th of August morning. It’s the biggest swell of the period, the direction is right for the break, and the energy is the highest we’ll see. It’s not big enough to be a problem for beginners, as it’s under 5ft, so it’s open to all. Just keep an eye on that light cross-wind. Crowds are possible here, as it’s a spot that can get busy sometimes.

This is one of those blank runs that’s pretty normal for the area. It’s a quiet time of year. Don’t get your hopes up, but the wind will be good for kitesurfing on those windier days if that’s your thing.

Stay patient, and check back in a few days.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Heavy rain (total 21mm), heaviest during Mon night. Very mild (max 19°C on Tue afternoon, min 12°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SW on Tue night, fresh winds from the SW by Wed morning).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Thu morning. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri morning, min 12°C on Thu morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the NW on Thu morning, fresh winds from the WSW by Sat morning).

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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273
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High Tide
6:47PM3.96m
6:51AM4.23m
7:26PM3.84m
7:34AM4.05m
8:12PM3.69m
8:27AM3.83m
9:10PM3.53m
9:34AM3.64m
10:21PM3.44m
10:57AM3.56m
11:40PM3.49m
12:21PM3.67m
00:53AM3.72m
Low Tide
12:34PM0.39m
00:41AM0.87m
1:11PM0.54m
1:21AM0.99m
1:53PM0.75m
2:07AM1.15m
2:44PM1.00m
3:06AM1.31m
3:52PM1.23m
4:26AM1.39m
5:19PM1.33m
6:01AM1.26m
6:46PM1.23m
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Information about the Bamburgh Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Bamburgh provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bamburgh can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bamburgh 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 (Bamburgh) 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 Bamburgh 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.

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