Coombesgate Beach Surf Break

Lat Long: 51.18° N 4.22° W

Coombesgate Beach Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 13 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Coombesgate Beach sea temperature is
18.5°C
2.7° 

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


Coombesgate Beach surf forecast from 13 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 20 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period, W swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 10AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 10s period, W swell with 541 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 20 Sep, 1PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 9s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Coombesgate Beach this week:

The surf forecast for Coombesgate Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Sep 20) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.1m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Coombesgate Beach in the next 16 days are 1.7m 10s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1PM (Sun 20th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 9s
Best Surf 1PM (Sun 20th Sep)3.5ft (1.1m) 9s
Most Powerful10AM (Wed 16th Sep)5.5ft (1.7m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for the next couple of weeks.

Truth be told, it’s a bit of a rough start. For the first week or so, the conditions are pretty messy. We’re looking at a lot of cross-onshore wind, bumpy surfaces, and the wave quality is just not there for a good paddle. The water temp is sitting at 65°, which is a solid 5° warmer than usual for this time of year, so that’s a pleasant surprise if you’re getting in for a dip, but it won’t help the surf.

The first real opportunity doesn’t pop up until Sunday the 20th of September. That afternoon at Coombesgate Beach, the wind swings around to an east-northeasterly, giving us a light cross-off breeze. The swell is small, only about 3ft from the west with a period of 8 seconds, and the wave energy is weak (137). It’s clean, but you’ll be hunting for little waist-high runners. It’s a beginner-friendly break, and fairly consistent, so if you’re just starting out or want to stretch your legs on a longboard, it’s worth a look. Crowds are sometimes an issue, so expect a few others with the same idea.

Then we hit a bit of a dry spell. The surf gets tiny again, dropping to 2ft and less through Monday the 21st, and there’s barely any energy in the water. It stays quiet until Tuesday the 22nd of September, when a new pulse of swell shows up in the morning. That bump is 6ft from the west, but the period is short at 7 seconds, and it’s coming in with a cross-onshore wind from the north-northwest. The combined energy climbs to a moderate 247, but the conditions are choppy. Not a standout, but if you’re desperate and have a grovel board, it’s ridable.

Wednesday the 23rd of September morning sees the biggest swell of the whole outlook – 7ft from the west. That’s getting into the size where it’s only really for experienced surfers, and the north wind is cross-shore and lumpy. The energy is moderate at 373, but the lack of clean wind holds it back. Afternoon sees the wind ease, but it’s still cross-onshore.

From Thursday the 24th of September onward, the swell drops right back down again, and we’re looking at 2ft or less for the rest of the run. The wind does turn offshore from the east on Thursday and Friday, so the surface will be glassy and clean, but there’s just no power in the water. The period does stretch out to 13 seconds on Saturday the 26th of September, but with only 1ft of swell, that long period groundswell will just be sliding through without much to offer a surfer.

So, to sum it up: the best window is the afternoon of Sunday the 20th of September for a small, clean session at Coombesgate Beach. After that, Tuesday the 22nd through Wednesday the 23rd offers the most size, but with lumpy conditions. The rest of the period is small and clean but flat. Not a classic run, but we take what we get.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Wed morning). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Very mild (max 17°C on Fri night, min 14°C on Wed afternoon). Mainly strong winds.

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1.2
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1.7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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246
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Wind (km/h)
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35
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35
WNW
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NW
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High Tide
8:28PM9.46m
8:45AM9.18m
8:59PM9.11m
9:15AM8.82m
9:28PM8.64m
9:42AM8.36m
9:56PM8.10m
10:11AM7.82m
10:25PM7.50m
10:44AM7.24m
11:03PM6.87m
11:32AM6.65m
00:03AM6.29m
Low Tide
2:29AM0.88m
2:37PM0.96m
2:55AM1.22m
3:04PM1.32m
3:19AM1.64m
3:31PM1.78m
3:45AM2.13m
4:02PM2.33m
4:15AM2.69m
4:40PM2.96m
4:57AM3.31m
5:42PM3.56m
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Temp °C
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Information about the Coombesgate Beach Surf forecast

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

Coombesgate Beach is 14 km (9 miles) from Appledore. If you plan a holiday in North Devon, look for hotels and other accommodation in Appledore. Appledore has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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