Poldhu Cove Surf Break

Lat Long: 50.03° N 5.27° W

Poldhu Cove Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 10 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Poldhu Cove sea temperature is
19.0° C
1.9° 

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


Poldhu Cove surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 10 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 8s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 13 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 11s period, W swell with 332 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 10 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 8s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Poldhu Cove this week:

The surf forecast for Poldhu Cove over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 10) at 4PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 8s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 7s. Another secondary swell of 0.6m and 5s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Poldhu Cove in the next 16 days are 1.2m 11s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Aug 13) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4PM (Mon 10th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 8s
Best Surf 4PM (Mon 10th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 8s
Most Powerful10AM (Thu 13th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 11s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Poldhu Cove over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s talk about what’s on the cards for Poldhu Cove.

The next couple of weeks look pretty lackluster, to be honest. The first week is a real struggle with weak, short-period swell and messy wind almost every day. There’s a big gap of several days with no real surf to speak of. We’re looking at the usual small stuff, but nothing is coming together properly. The water is sitting at 66°F which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s one small comfort.

Monday 10th August kicks things off with a tiny 2ft swell from the WNW, but the period is a short 6 seconds. The wind is a light cross-offshore at 6 mph, which keeps the surface clean, but there’s next to no energy (67) in the water. It’s just small and weak. The afternoon drops even further to 2ft.

Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th offer a bit more size, with the swell picking up to 3ft on Wednesday morning showing a touch more energy (138), but the wind is firing from the ESE at 15 mph, making it a cross-off breeze. The period is still short, so the waves lack punch. It’s not terrible, but it’s not worth paddling out for.

The best chance in this first week comes on Thursday 13th August. The morning swell bumps up to 4ft from the west with a solid 11-second period, giving us some decent energy (326). The wind is from the NW at 12 mph, a clean cross-off. This is the only window that looks even remotely interesting, but it’s still a gamble with marginal conditions. The afternoon turns cross-shore and lumpy.

From there, the wind stays moderate and cross-off, but the swell drops back to under 3ft and the period drops to 8-9 seconds. The energy is low (162-165). It’s just not on.

Saturday 22nd August brings a surprise – a glassy afternoon with 5ft of swell from the WSW, but the period is a short 5 seconds. The energy is moderate (153) but the waves will be fat and weak. Still, a glassy 5ft wave is better than a windy 2ft one.

Now, Sunday 23rd August is the standout, but it’s a long way out. The morning kicks up with a serious 10ft swell from the west, with a 10-second period, pumping a massive 1691 in energy. That’s a big, powerful, raw swell. However, the wind is a moderate cross-off from the NNW at 15 mph. The water temp will be similar. This is a big, expert-only day. The afternoon sees the swell drop to 8ft but the wind turns cross-shore and lumpy with a fresh breeze. If you’re an experienced surfer, that Sunday morning is the one to circle on the calendar, but it’s two weeks out, so keep your fingers crossed.

The rest of the second week is a write-off with small, wind-affected waves.

So, there’s not much to shout about. The one real standout, if it holds, is the big swell on Sunday 23rd August. Other than that, keep your expectations low and your eyes on the forecast.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Mon afternoon, min 18°C on Mon morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Thu morning, min 16°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
10
Tuesday
11
Wednesday
12
Thursday
13
Friday
14
Saturday
15
Sunday
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Wave
Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.7
WNW
6
0.5
W
8
0.6
W
8
0.4
WNW
8
0.4
WNW
7
0.7
W
11
0.8
WSW
10
0.9
WSW
9
1
WSW
9
1.2
W
11
1.2
W
10
1
W
10
1.1
W
9
1.2
W
9
1.1
W
8
1.2
W
8
1.1
WNW
8
0.9
WNW
8
0.7
W
7
0.6
W
7
0.3
W
7
Wave Graph
Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
28
35
48
20
18
119
131
144
185
332
290
183
192
225
180
186
163
107
54
34
9
Wind (km/h)
10
NW
15
N
15
NNE
20
ESE
25
ESE
15
ENE
25
E
5
ESE
15
N
20
NNW
25
WNW
15
NW
20
WNW
25
NW
20
NNW
15
N
20
NNW
15
N
5
N
0
WNW
30
NNE
Wind State
cross
cross-off
off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross
cross
cross
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
cross-off
glassy
cross-off
High Tide
3:32PM4.23m
4:03AM4.21m
4:29PM4.57m
4:56AM4.47m
5:19PM4.87m
5:44AM4.68m
6:04PM5.07m
6:27AM4.80m
6:46PM5.14m
7:08AM4.81m
7:27PM5.07m
7:48AM4.72m
8:06PM4.88m
Low Tide
10:26PM0.64m
10:50AM0.55m
11:22PM0.27m
11:41AM0.23m
00:10AM-0.02m
12:27PM0.00m
00:54AM-0.19m
1:09PM-0.10m
1:35AM-0.21m
1:49PM-0.07m
2:14AM-0.09m
2:28PM0.09m
2:52AM0.15m
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6:09
6:11
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8:49
8:46
8:45
8:44
8:42
8:39
8:37
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Temp °C
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22
19
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22
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Feels °C
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20
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22
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20
16
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19
21
12
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Information about the Poldhu Cove Surf forecast

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