Poldhu Cove Surf Break

Lat Long: 50.03° N 5.27° W

Poldhu Cove Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 31 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Poldhu Cove sea temperature is
19.4° C
2.5° 

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 31 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period, WSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 5 Aug, 1PM (local time) - 6ft (1.9m), 7s period, WSW swell with 379 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 10s period with WSW 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 Sunday (Aug 02) at 7PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 10s period. 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 1.9m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 05) at 1PM. 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 4s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7PM (Sun 2nd Aug)2ft (0.6m) 10s
Best Surf 7PM (Sun 2nd Aug)2ft (0.6m) 10s
Most Powerful 1PM (Wed 5th Aug)6ft (1.9m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s get straight into the outlook for Poldhu Cove. It’s been a quiet stretch and, honestly, the next couple of weeks look pretty tricky for a proper surf. The water temperature is sitting at 67°F, which is a good 5°F warmer than normal for this time of year – that’s a notable bump, so you’ll be in a spring suit or even a shorty if you’re brave.

We’ve got a long gap of poor conditions ahead. From Friday 31st July right through the weekend and into the first week of August, there’s nothing doing. The swell is small, the winds are ugly, and the energy is weak – barely pushing 52 on the combined energy scale. It’s a bit of a waiting game.

The first real glimmer of hope comes on Monday 3rd August. The wind is onshore, but the swell starts to show a pulse. By the morning of the 3rd, we’re seeing 3ft from the WSW with a period of 8 seconds and combined energy at 103 (moderate). The wind is still messy, so it’s not a standout, but it’s a sign things are waking up. That continues through Tuesday 4th, with waves building to 4ft from the SW, though the wind stays onshore and the period is short at 7 seconds.

Now, the one that’s worth circling on the calendar is Sunday 9th August. The morning session shows a 8ft swell from the west, with a 9-second period. The combined energy jumps to 1099 (strong to very strong wave energy). The wind is offshore from the NW at 12 mph, so it’s clean. That’s a big, powerful swell for this break, but it’s also a touch over 8ft, so this is strictly for the experienced crew. Beginners should give this one a miss. The swell direction from the west is a good match for the optimum SW, so the break should line up well.

Monday 10th August morning is also worth a mention, with 8ft from the WSW, 8-second period, and combined energy of 688 (moderate to strong). The wind is cross-shore from the WNW, so it’ll be a bit lumpy, but there’s plenty of power. The period is still short, so it’s not a classic groundswell, but there’s grunt in the water.

After that, things drop off again. The second week of August sees the swell shrink back below 3ft, and the wind turns onshore or cross-onshore for most of it. Friday 14th and Saturday 15th are particularly small and weak, with the combined energy down in the teens and twenties. The water is clean on Saturday 15th with a cross-offshore wind, but the swell is only 2ft at best, so it’s a flat spell.

So, to sum it up: the best on offer is the Sunday 9th August morning session. It’s a proper, clean, powerful swell that’s got some bite. Monday 10th morning is a solid backup if you don’t mind a bit of cross-chop, but after that, it’s a long wait for the next pulse. Poldhu Cove is inconsistent, and this run shows exactly why. Stay patient, and keep an eye on that forecast.

Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 16°C on Wed night). Mainly fresh winds.

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WNW
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0.4
WSW
11
0.5
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9
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9
0.5
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8
0.5
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8
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WSW
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
27
37
42
57
35
35
22
113
103
106
75
178
184
128
366
379
240
104
60
17
Wind (km/h)
25
NW
15
NW
5
WNW
20
WNW
15
NNE
20
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15
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10
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10
WSW
15
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High Tide
6:55PM4.64m
7:11AM4.41m
7:27PM4.70m
7:44AM4.43m
8:01PM4.68m
8:20AM4.41m
8:37PM4.60m
8:58AM4.32m
9:18PM4.44m
9:43AM4.17m
10:06PM4.22m
10:36AM3.99m
11:06PM3.97m
Low Tide
1:41AM0.32m
1:52PM0.35m
2:16AM0.30m
2:28PM0.38m
2:52AM0.34m
3:04PM0.47m
3:29AM0.46m
3:44PM0.62m
4:10AM0.63m
4:28PM0.81m
4:56AM0.85m
5:20PM1.01m
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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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