
Surf Forecasts:
Perranporth surf forecast from 4 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Saturday 5 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 7ft (2.2m), 14s period, W swell with 1,744 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Saturday 5 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 10s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Perranporth this week:
The surf forecast for Perranporth over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 05) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 4s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Perranporth in the next 16 days are 2.2m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) 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 0.6m 3s period and expected on Sunday (Sep 06) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Sat 5th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Sat 5th Sep) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 7AM (Mon 7th Sep) | 7ft (2.2m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Perranporth over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on the menu for the next couple of weeks at Perranporth.
Honestly, I’m feeling a bit gutted looking at the start of this run. The first week is a proper battle. We’ve got a solid lump of swell coming through, and the water is a touch warmer than normal at 64°, but the wind is just murdering everything. For the first few days, it’s all onshore or cross-onshore, and the surf is just blown out, messy, and unrideable. You’ll be watching white wash from the beach.
We do get a glimpse of something on the 5th (Saturday) morning with a 5ft swell from the WNW, and the wind looks like it’s dying off to a light breeze, but it’s still onshore, and the forecast is only calling it marginal. The swell energy is moderate (485), but it’s not worth paddling out for much.
The real kick in the teeth comes on the 7th (Monday). There’s a big jump in energy – we’re talking 7ft of groundswell from the west with a 13-second period, and the combined energy hits a strong 1607. That’s the kind of power that gets your heart racing. But again, the wind is onshore and fresh, killing any chance of a good wave. It’s a real shame.
Things stay pretty grim right through until the 12th (Saturday). That’s when the wind finally switches. We get a glassy morning with a 3ft west swell, and the period is a solid 10 seconds. The wave energy is moderate (244). It’s not going to be the day of your life, but it’s surfable. The afternoon stays clean with a light offshore breeze from the ESE and a 3ft swell. Still, it’s just ordinary.
The 13th (Sunday) morning offers the best of this first stretch. It’s clean with a gentle offshore, but the swell has dropped to a tiny 2ft, with only 77 in energy. It’s a longboard or a foiler day if you’re desperate.
Then we hit a dead zone. From the 14th (Monday) right through the 16th, it’s basically flat or blown out. The swell drops to below 2ft, and the wind is messy. A few days with nothing to ride.
Now, hang in there, because the second week shows some real promise, though it’s a long-range call so don’t book the time off just yet. The standout window looks like the 18th (Friday). That morning we get a 7ft west swell, light offshore winds from the NE, and the energy is a solid 777. The forecast is genuinely calling for very good surf conditions. That’s the one to circle on the calendar. It’s a proper west swell, so it’ll be hitting the beach direct.
The 19th (Saturday) morning is also looking clean with a 6ft WNW swell and a gentle offshore. The energy is 697, and again, the forecast is very good. That’s a solid weekend option.
So, the takeaway: the first week is a write-off. Don’t bother. The 12th and 13th are tiny but clean. The real gold is waiting on the 18th and 19th, but it’s a week and a half out, so keep your fingers crossed. The beach is fairly exposed, so when the wind plays ball, it can be great. The 18th morning is the one to aim for.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Sun morning, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 14°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 16 | W 13 | W 12 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
671 | 621 | 473 | 478 | 326 | 153 | 102 | 90 | 251 | 1607 | 1225 | 955 | 587 | 593 | 427 | 295 | 208 | 109 | 501 | 555 | 493 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 10:33AM5.29m | 11:07PM5.05m | 11:43AM4.91m | 00:30AM4.71m | 1:16PM4.78m | 2:07AM4.73m | 2:47PM5.05m | 3:27AM5.10m | 3:55PM5.55m | 4:25AM5.59m | 4:47PM6.06m | 5:12AM6.03m | 5:31PM6.48m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:55PM1.48m | 5:30AM1.73m | 6:18PM1.81m | 7:05AM1.94m | 8:02PM1.80m | 8:43AM1.76m | 9:28PM1.42m | 9:55AM1.32m | 10:29PM0.91m | 10:49AM0.82m | 11:18PM0.45m | 11:34AM0.41m | 11:59PM0.11m | ||||||||
6:37 | — | — | 6:39 | — | — | 6:41 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:43 | — | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | |
— | 7:59 | — | — | 7:57 | — | — | 7:54 | — | — | 7:52 | — | — | 7:51 | — | — | 7:49 | — | — | 7:45 | — | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 22 | 22 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
Feels °C | 14 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 14 | WSW 14 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | W 9 | W 13 | — | W 10 | — | — | — | — | N 5 | N 5 | W 12 | — | — |
20 | 20 | 106 | 478 | 326 | 153 | 102 | 90 | 196 | 1607 | — | 955 | — | — | — | — | 8 | 4 | 3 | — | — | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | WSW 14 | SW 14 | SW 13 | N 4 | SW 13 | SW 13 | W 16 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 13 | — | — | — |
— | — | 19 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 251 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | SW 13 | — | — | SW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
— | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 9 | W 9 | — | — | — | S 3 | — | — | — | W 12 | — | W 10 | W 10 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | W 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 |
671 | 621 | 473 | — | — | — | 7 | — | — | — | 1225 | — | 587 | 593 | 427 | 295 | 208 | 109 | 501 | 555 | 493 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 151 | 213 | 150 | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 10 | 24 | 50 | 156 | 522 | 213 | 213 | 233 | 213 | 403 | 10 | 50 | 224 |
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Information about the Perranporth Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Perranporth provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Perranporth can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Perranporth 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 (Perranporth) 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 Perranporth 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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