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Sidmouth surfForecast / Devon (South) / UK
16 Day Weather and Surf, issued 12 am Thursday 09 Apr 2026 BSTForecast update in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Sidmouth surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.
Today's Sidmouth sea temperature is
10.9° C
(Which is 1.2°C warmer than normal for this time of year)Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Sidmouth this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Sidmouth in the next 16 days are 1.2m 12s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Apr 16) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 3s period and expected on Thursday (Apr 09) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Thu 16th Apr) | 4ft (1.2m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Sidmouth over the next 16 days.
Updates in hr min s Forecast update imminent
Short Range Forecast Light rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Fri afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Wed night, min 5°C on Sat morning). Winds increasing (calm on Thu night, strong winds from the SW by Sat afternoon). | Days 3-6 Weather Summary Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun night. Very mild (max 12°C on Mon afternoon, min 4°C on Mon night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the SW on Sat night, calm by Sun night). | |||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 09 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wed 15 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Period(s) (?) | 8 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 4 | |
Wave (?)Graph  | ||||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ (?) | 2 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 8 | 50 | 15 | 63 | 139 | 39 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 21 | 20 | 26 | 19 | 18 | 13 | 22 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wind State (?) onshore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore offshore glassy | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- off | cross- on | cross- on | on | cross | cross- on | cross- on | cross | cross | cross | cross- on | cross | cross- off | off | on | cross- on | on | on | |
High Tide / height (m) | 11:03PM 2.97 | 11:26AM 2.72 | 11:47PM 2.75 | 12:18PM 2.50 | 12:49AM 2.58 | 1:36PM 2.36 | 2:15AM 2.52 | 3:21PM 2.40 | 3:53AM 2.68 | 4:48PM 2.68 | 5:04AM 2.98 | 5:43PM 3.04 | 5:55AM 3.32 | 6:26PM 3.39 | ||||||||
Low Tide / height (m) | 4:31AM 0.94 | 4:43PM 1.08 | 5:13AM 1.22 | 5:29PM 1.36 | 6:28AM 1.47 | 7:10PM 1.57 | 9:09AM 1.43 | 9:32PM 1.45 | 10:18AM 1.12 | 10:31PM 1.14 | 11:01AM 0.76 | 11:14PM 0.80 | 11:38AM 0.40 | |||||||||
Thursday 09 | Friday 10 | Saturday 11 | Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wed 15 | ||||||||||||||||
| Sunrise | - | 6:31 | - | - | 6:30 | - | - | 6:28 | - | - | 6:26 | - | - | 6:24 | - | - | 6:22 | - | - | 6:20 | - | |
| Sunset | - | - | 7:57 | - | - | 7:59 | - | - | 8:00 | - | - | 8:01 | - | - | 8:02 | - | - | 8:05 | - | - | 8:07 | |
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Rain (mm) | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | |
| Temp. °C | 16 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 6 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 13 | |
| Feels °C (?) | 15 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 11 | |
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Information about the Sidmouth Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Sidmouth provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Sidmouth can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Sidmouth 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 (Sidmouth) 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 Sidmouth 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 South Devon? If you are looking for accommodation near Sidmouth, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in South Devon, consider staying in East Devon which is 14 km (9 miles) away. Other places in and around South Devon where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Exmouth which is 14 km (9 miles) away, Heavitree, Exeter and Teignbridge.
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