
Surf Forecasts:
Carbis Bay surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 8s period, WNW swell with 495 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 6s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Carbis Bay this week:
The surf forecast for Carbis Bay over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.9m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.6m and 9s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Carbis Bay in the next 16 days are 2.1m 8s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.5m 6s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Mon 27th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 8s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Carbis Bay over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on offer for Carbis Bay over the next couple of weeks.
To be straight with you, it’s a grim start. We’re looking at a stretch of days right through until the end of the month where there’s just nothing worth paddling out for. Tiny little waves, mostly onshore or cross-shore winds, and not enough energy to push a sea gull along, let alone a surfboard. There’s a long gap here with no recommendations at all.
The first real glimmer of hope doesn’t show up until Friday, 31st July, in the afternoon. Finally, we get a proper offshore breeze from the WSW at 16 mph and the swell starts to kick in from the west at about 3 ft. The period is a short 8 seconds, so it’s not gonna have much punch, but the combined energy reading of 362 (moderate) and that clean offshore wind means the waves should have some shape. It’s still a small day, but for a break that’s meant for beginners and is usually inconsistent, this is the best we’ve seen in a long time. Don’t expect much, but you might snag a few clean little peelers.
Then, Saturday, 1st August, looks like the standout of the whole outlook. The morning is a bit iffy with some onshore wind, but the afternoon cleans right up. We’re looking at a 5 ft west swell with a period of 10 seconds (moderate period groundswell) and a gentle cross-offshore breeze from the WNW. The combined energy is a solid 417 (moderate). This is proper surfable size for Carbis Bay, and with the wind direction matching the optimum WNW swell direction, the bank should start working. It’s not too big for the average surfer, and the clean conditions make it a genuine goer.
Sunday, 2nd August, brings a bit more size, hitting 7 ft on the morning, but the period drops to 7 seconds (short period, messy) and it’s from the WSW. The energy is high at 521 (strong), but with a short period, the waves will be lumpy and lack drive. It’s a bit of a messy one. Monday, 3rd August, looks better again with a solid WSW swell, but it’s more of the same: okay waves but not as clean as Saturday afternoon. The water temperature is about 64°, which is a touch warmer than average for the time of year, so it’s not too bad once you’re in.
For a spot that’s as inconsistent as Carbis Bay, the Saturday afternoon session on 1st August is your best bet. It’s clean, it’s got some push, and for a beginner-friendly spot, that’s a rare treat. Keep an eye on it, but don't hold your breath for the days before that.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Thu morning, min 15°C on Wed morning). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 16°C on Sun night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the NW on Sun morning, calm by Mon night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | Monday 27 | Tuesday 28 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | N 5 | N 6 | NNW 6 | N 6 | N 5 | N 4 | N 4 | W 8 | WNW 9 | SW 11 | WNW 7 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
53 | 52 | 60 | 58 | 50 | 36 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 345 | 495 | 434 | 273 | 86 | 84 | 110 | 46 | 84 | 79 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross | cross | cross-off | glassy | off | cross-off | cross-off |
High Tide | 11:45AM4.52m | 00:13AM4.44m | 12:48PM4.31m | 1:22AM4.24m | 1:59PM4.25m | 2:34AM4.22m | 3:07PM4.36m | 3:37AM4.37m | 4:03PM4.58m | 4:28AM4.60m | 4:50PM4.87m | 5:11AM4.86m | 5:30PM5.16m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 6:05PM1.70m | 6:37AM1.81m | 7:09PM1.94m | 7:44AM1.98m | 8:24PM2.00m | 8:57AM1.96m | 9:35PM1.88m | 10:01AM1.79m | 10:32PM1.63m | 10:51AM1.52m | 11:18PM1.34m | 11:33AM1.22m | 11:57PM1.06m | ||||||||
5:35 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:37 | — | — | 5:39 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:19 | — | — | 9:17 | — | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:14 | — | — | 9:13 | — | — | 9:10 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 13 | 12 | 14 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | NNW 6 | W 9 | N 5 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 9 | SW 11 | SW 11 | — | SW 16 | WNW 8 | W 6 | W 6 | WNW 9 | W 6 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
16 | 15 | 14 | 58 | 13 | 36 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 5 | — | 11 | 273 | 86 | 36 | 110 | 24 | 84 | 79 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | W 9 | SW 14 | W 8 | SW 13 | SW 13 | — | W 8 | — | — | S 16 | S 12 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | N 4 | WNW 9 | W 12 | W 11 |
10 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 7 | — | 1 | — | — | 5 | 3 | 88 | 82 | 84 | 1 | 46 | 3 | 10 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | SW 15 | S 14 | SW 13 | — | — | W 10 | SW 12 | — | — | — | S 12 | SW 12 | N 5 | N 4 | S 15 | S 12 | — | S 14 |
— | — | — | 8 | 4 | 7 | — | — | 2 | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | 6 | 11 | 6 | 4 | 3 | — | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | N 5 | N 6 | — | N 6 | — | N 4 | N 4 | NW 3 | WNW 4 | WNW 6 | WNW 7 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | N 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
53 | 52 | 60 | — | 50 | — | 9 | 7 | 2 | 26 | 150 | 345 | 495 | 434 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 387 | 563 | 366 | 5 | 20 | 20 | 504 | 737 | 395 | 385 | 385 | 213 | 578 | 176 | 11 | 11 | 23 | 0 | 1 | 252 | 0 |
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Information about the Carbis Bay Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Carbis Bay provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Carbis Bay can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Carbis Bay 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 (Carbis Bay) 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 Carbis Bay 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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