
Surf Forecasts:
Poldhu Cove surf forecast from 28 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 28 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 9s period, W swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 28 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 9s period, WNW swell with 141 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 28 Jul, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.7m), 9s 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 Tuesday (Jul 28) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.7m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 14s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Poldhu Cove in the next 16 days are 0.9m 9s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 28) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 6s period and expected on Monday (Aug 03) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Tue 28th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 9s |
| Best Surf | 10PM (Tue 28th Jul) | 2.5ft (0.7m) 9s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 28th Jul) | 3ft (0.9m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Poldhu Cove over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, it’s Rusty here, and I’ve gotta be straight with you – the next 16 days look like a right-off for Poldhu Cove. We’ve got a long, dry spell of junk surf ahead, so don’t be in a rush to wax up.
The pattern is grim. We start with a run of nothing but small, weak, and messy waves. From Tuesday 28 July right through to the evening of Sunday 9 August, the swell is tiny and the wind is almost always working against us. It’s a solid 13-day stretch of poor conditions, with only a couple of brief moments where it’s just clean enough to look at but not worth paddling out for. The combined swell energy is pathetic, often sitting in the double digits – nothing but weak, dribbly lines that won’t even stand up.
The only flicker of hope comes on Friday 31 July in the morning. The wind swings around to the NNW at a light 6 mph, giving us a clean, cross-off breeze. The swell is a measly 3 ft from the WNW, but it’s clean – that’s about the best we’ll see. Still, it’s inconsistent and the energy is junk (79). It’s not a standout; it’s just the least terrible window.
Later, on Monday 10 August, we get a bit of a pulse. The swell bumps up to 2 ft from the WSW, and the energy climbs to 107 (moderate), but the wind is a messy cross-on from the SSW at 16 mph, so it’s choppy and unappealing. Then on Tuesday 11 August, the swell really kicks up – 5 ft by morning, 7 ft by afternoon, with energy jumping to 288 and then 541 (strong). But the wind is still cross-on and strong, and the period is short (8 seconds), so it’s just a jumbled, blown-out mess. Not for paddle surfing – that’s kite territory if you’re keen.
The only half-decent look comes on Wednesday 12 August. The swell hits 8 ft from the WSW with a moderate energy of 709 (strong), and the wind goes light and cross-shore at 6 mph. But it’s still a short period (8 seconds) and the conditions are marginal. The wave comment says “marginal surf forecast or questionable tide conditions.” For experienced surfers only – that’s too big for beginners, and the short period means it’ll be fat and sectiony.
So, honestly? There’s no standout here. The best on offer is that Wednesday 12 August window, but it’s a long way off and the quality is sketchy. The rest is just a waiting game. The good news? It tends not to stay this poor for long, and forecasts can change. For now, the break is inconsistent, and the run of blanks is pretty normal for the area when the wind won’t play ball.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Wed afternoon, min 16°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Sun afternoon, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 28 | Wednesday 29 | Thursday 30 | Friday 31 | Saturday 1 | Sunday 2 | Monday 3 | |||||||||||||||
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) | WNW 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | WNW 6 | W 6 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WSW 11 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
141 | 106 | 76 | 73 | 75 | 50 | 123 | 78 | 77 | 73 | 18 | 22 | 39 | 40 | 35 | 36 | 39 | 22 | 40 | 40 | 28 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-off | off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | off |
High Tide | 4:51AM3.89m | 5:12PM4.16m | 5:30AM4.07m | 5:48PM4.37m | 6:05AM4.22m | 6:22PM4.53m | 6:39AM4.34m | 6:55PM4.64m | 7:11AM4.41m | 7:27PM4.70m | 7:44AM4.43m | 8:01PM4.68m | 8:20AM4.41m | 8:37PM4.60m | |||||||
Low Tide | 11:30AM0.92m | 11:55PM0.78m | 12:08PM0.69m | 00:32AM0.57m | 12:43PM0.51m | 1:07AM0.41m | 1:18PM0.40m | 1:41AM0.32m | 1:52PM0.35m | 2:16AM0.30m | 2:28PM0.38m | 2:52AM0.34m | 3:04PM0.47m | 3:29AM0.46m | |||||||
5:43 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | 5:52 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:09 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:06 | — | — | 9:04 | — | — | 9:01 | — | — | 9:00 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 15 | 19 | 21 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 17 |
Feels °C | 18 | 17 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 17 | 18 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 9 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | WNW 6 | S 13 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | WNW 7 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | E 6 | E 6 |
141 | 106 | 76 | 73 | 75 | 50 | 123 | 3 | 77 | 73 | 18 | 15 | 39 | 40 | 35 | 36 | 39 | 22 | 40 | 95 | 38 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 12 | S 14 | S 14 | S 7 | S 6 | S 5 | S 13 | — | S 11 | S 12 | W 12 | WSW 11 | WNW 5 | — | NW 6 | WNW 6 | E 5 | E 6 | NNW 4 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 |
3 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | — | 2 | 3 | 3 | 22 | 9 | — | 2 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 2 | 40 | 28 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | S 13 | S 13 | S 13 | — | — | — | W 12 | S 12 | S 12 | W 8 | — | — | WNW 6 | NW 5 | WSW 10 | W 6 | NNW 4 | S 15 |
— | — | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | — | — | — | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 | — | — | 4 | 5 | 19 | 1 | 2 | 4 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | W 2 | W 5 | WNW 6 | W 6 | — | — | WNW 5 | NNW 3 | — | NW 5 | NNW 3 | ENE 4 | — | N 4 | E 5 | — | N 6 |
— | — | — | — | 1 | 30 | 121 | 78 | — | — | 16 | 1 | — | 13 | 6 | 3 | — | 9 | 29 | — | 30 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 23 | 23 | 0 | 13 | 189 | 191 | 719 | 231 | 0 | 0 | 235 | 483 | 256 | 430 | 210 | 31 | 11 | 16 | 388 | 165 | 23 |
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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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