
Surf Forecasts:
Coombesgate Beach surf forecast from 19 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 26 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 6s period, W swell with 119 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Coombesgate Beach this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Coombesgate Beach in the next 16 days are 1.2m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 26) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.2m 2s period and expected on Monday (Jul 20) at 1AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sun 26th Jul) | 4ft (1.2m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Coombesgate Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s get into it. The surf outlook for Coombesgate Beach isn’t looking great for this 16-day window. Right now, and for a good long stretch, there’s barely a ripple to get excited about.
The whole period starts with a painful gap. There’s really nothing worth paddling out for until the morning of Saturday, July 26th. From the start on July 19th, we’re looking at a week of flatness or knee-high mush with poor surf conditions. The winds are mostly cross or onshore, and the swell is tiny. You’d be better off checking the tide pools.
The first real sign of life comes on the morning of Sunday, July 26th. The combined energy of all swells directed here hits 121 (moderate wave energy), which is the highest we’ll see. The swell is 4 ft from the west, with a period of 6 seconds. That’s a short period windswell, so it’ll be a bit bumpy and not the cleanest. The wind is onshore from the WNW at 12 mph, making it a bit messy. For a beginner-friendly beach and reef setup, this is the biggest wave day, but it’s not a standout. The water temperature is 65°F which is much warmer than normal for this time of year, so at least you won’t need a thick wetsuit.
The other small bump is on the morning of Wednesday, July 29th. The swell height is 3 ft from the west, with a period of 6 seconds. The combined energy is 89, which is still weak. The wind is a gentle cross-onshore from the WSW at 9 mph, so it’ll be fairly choppy. Not great, but it’s the next best after the 26th.
There’s nothing else that even comes close. The whole period after that drops back down to tiny surf. The swell direction is consistently from the west or northwest, which is the optimum direction for this break, but the size and period just aren't there. The crowd factor is “sometimes” here, but with conditions this poor, you won’t have to worry about company.
Honestly, the setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing on most of these days, especially with the stronger onshore winds. But for a surf, you’re looking at a pretty blank run.
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Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue afternoon, min 14°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Thu afternoon, min 15°C on Wed morning). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the N on Wed night, calm by Thu night). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 7 | NW 3 | W 12 | W 18 | NNW 4 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | W 9 | NW 4 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 5 | W 5 | W 5 |
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2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 20 | 23 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 12 | 37 | 33 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | off | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on |
High Tide | 10:29AM8.59m | 10:46PM8.66m | 11:07AM8.15m | 11:25PM8.16m | 11:48AM7.67m | 00:07AM7.63m | 12:34PM7.21m | 00:58AM7.14m | 1:35PM6.87m | 2:04AM6.81m | 2:49PM6.78m | 3:20AM6.77m | 4:02PM7.00m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:24PM1.41m | 4:52AM1.61m | 5:01PM1.85m | 5:28AM2.09m | 5:42PM2.32m | 6:10AM2.57m | 6:33PM2.76m | 7:06AM2.97m | 7:39PM3.07m | 8:19AM3.18m | 8:56PM3.12m | 9:36AM3.08m | 10:07PM2.89m | ||||||||
5:22 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:26 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:21 | — | — | 9:20 | — | — | 9:17 | — | — | 9:16 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:14 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 19 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 17 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 18 |
Feels °C | 16 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 18 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 4 | W 7 | NW 3 | N 3 | W 8 | NNW 4 | NNW 3 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | NW 4 | NW 3 | W 8 | NW 3 | W 8 | — | W 11 |
1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | — | W 10 | W 9 | W 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 7 | W 7 | — | — | — | W 15 | — | W 8 | W 8 | — | W 8 | — | — | — |
1 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 4 | — | 5 | 5 | — | 5 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | — | W 7 | W 12 | W 18 | W 8 | W 8 | — | W 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 13 | — | — | — | — | — |
2 | — | 1 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 3 | — | NNE 2 | — | — | — | — | — | NW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 4 | NW 3 | NNE 3 | — | WNW 3 | — | WNW 5 | W 5 | W 5 |
1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | 9 | 20 | 23 | 8 | 3 | 1 | — | 3 | — | 12 | 37 | 33 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 157 | 335 | 387 | 160 | 160 | 49 | 109 | 160 | 240 | 403 | 722 | 240 | 404 | 437 | 389 | 863 | 848 | 867 | 828 | 279 | 376 |
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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.










