Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) Surf Break

Lat Long: 54.97° N 8.33° E

Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 1 pm 22 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) sea temperature is
18.8° C
1.7° 

Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) surf forecast from 22 Jul 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 22 Jul, 5PM (local time) - 7.5ft (2.3m), 8s period, NW swell with 778 kJ wave energy.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) this week:

The most powerful waves expected at Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) in the next 16 days are 2.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Jul 22) at 5PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.5m 3s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 29) at 2PM.

Wave TypeTime (CEST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful 5PM (Wed 22nd Jul)7.5ft (2.3m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into it. We’ve got a 16-day window for Nordseeklinik Westerland on Sylt, and I’ll be honest with you – it’s a rough stretch. The whole forecast is a real struggle, with onshore winds dominating and surf quality constantly poor. The first recommendation isn’t until the morning of the 22nd of July, but even then, it’s a no-go.

Overall Pattern & The Gap

Right off the bat, we’ve got a major problem. The wind is hammering straight onshore from the NW for days. From Wednesday the 22nd through the afternoon of the 27th, there’s nothing but poor surf conditions. The swell is there, but it’s blown out. The combined swell energy on Wednesday afternoon hits 760 (moderate wave energy), but with a 31 mph onshore wind, it’s just a washing machine. This is a long, frustrating gap of about five days with no real surf to speak of.

The Only Potential Window

Things start to look a little more interesting around the morning of the 31st of July. That’s a Friday. We’ve got a small swell, only 2 ft from the west, but the wind finally turns offshore from the SE at 9 mph. The combined energy is only 16 (weak), so it’s tiny, but it’s clean. The break is fairly consistent, so you might snag a knee-high wave. Keep in mind, crowds are “sometimes” an issue here, so you might have some company. It’s not a standout, but it’s the only time the wind is genuinely offshore all fortnight.

The Long-Range Promise

The first week of August looks quiet. There’s another clean moment on the morning of the 5th of August, Wednesday, with a 2 ft swell from the west and a 12 mph offshore breeze from the SE. Again, tiny, but clean. The water temperature is sitting at 66°F on the 22nd, about 3°F warmer than average for the time of year, which is a touch warmer than normal. That’s a small comfort.

The Bottom Line

There are no true standouts here. The best on offer is the morning of the 31st of July and maybe the morning of the 5th of August, but only if you’re desperate to get wet. The swell is tiny, less than 3 ft, so it’s safe for beginners. For the rest of the period, with strong onshore winds blowing straight into the beach, this setup looks more interesting for kite surfing than paddle surfing. The forecasts can always change, but for now, it’s a tough call.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Wed night). Winds decreasing (near gales from the NW on Wed afternoon, moderate winds from the WSW by Fri night).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat afternoon, min 15°C on Sun night). Mainly strong winds.

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Energy kJ
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High Tide
8:37PM2.27m
9:13AM2.06m
9:42PM2.12m
10:17AM2.03m
10:52PM2.02m
11:24AM2.06m
00:03AM2.01m
12:30PM2.17m
1:07AM2.08m
1:26PM2.34m
1:58AM2.19m
2:11PM2.51m
2:38AM2.31m
Low Tide
2:25PM0.67m
3:00AM0.66m
3:22PM0.69m
3:57AM0.72m
4:29PM0.73m
5:03AM0.80m
5:43PM0.77m
6:15AM0.85m
6:58PM0.78m
7:19AM0.87m
7:54PM0.79m
8:07AM0.88m
8:37PM0.79m
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Information about the Nordseeklinik Westerland (Sylt) Surf forecast

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