
Surf Forecasts:
Portreath Beach surf forecast from 14 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 17 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period, N swell with glassy winds.
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 19 Jul, 4AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 6s period, N swell with 125 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 17 Jul, 7AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 6s period with N swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Portreath Beach this week:
The surf forecast for Portreath Beach over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 17) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 6s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.3m and 3s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Portreath Beach in the next 16 days are 1.4m 6s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 19) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.3m 6s period and expected on Wednesday (Jul 15) at 4PM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Fri 17th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Fri 17th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.0m) 6s |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Sun 19th Jul) | 4.5ft (1.4m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Portreath Beach over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's take a long, hard look at what's coming up for Portreath Beach. Gotta be straight with you – it's a bit of a slow burner, but there might be a flicker of life towards the end.
The Overview
Right now, and for the next week and a half, we're looking at a flat spell. The swell is tiny, mostly under 3 ft, and the wind is all over the shop – cross-off, cross-on, onshore – but it's all for nothing with such small waves. The combined energy is way down, sitting between 15 and 79 (weak), which just confirms there's next to nothing in the water. It's a grinding stretch of days with no real surf to speak of. We're stuck in this pattern right through to the 24th of July.
The Long Wait
From Tuesday the 14th right through to the end of the week on the 24th, it's a write-off. The water temp is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year at 64°, but that's the only consolation. You'd be better off taking a long walk or cleaning the wax off your board for the season.
A Glimmer of Hope (Late July)
Now, the first time we see anything worth paddling out for is on Saturday the 25th of July. It's not a classic, but it's something. We get a 4 ft swell from the west, with a period of 7 seconds. The wind goes light offshore from the SE, and the conditions are described as "gentle offshore and clean". The combined energy jumps to 166 (moderate), which is a real step up. It's surfable, but the wave comment says "very ordinary conditions". It's the first real chance, so if you're desperate, you could get a few grovelly ones.
Sunday the 26th of July sees the swell building more, with a 4 ft to 5 ft west swell, period up to 10 seconds, and the energy is climbing into the 292 to 372 range (moderate). The wind is cross-off, but the forecast calls it "marginal". It's getting there, but the quality isn't locked in yet.
The Real Standout
The best on offer by a long shot is Monday the 27th of July. We've got a solid 8 ft west swell, with a period of 8 seconds. The combined energy rockets up to 716 (strong), and then 803 (strong) in the afternoon. That's proper energy. The wind is a fresh cross-off from the south, keeping it clean. With a 8 ft swell, this is one for the experienced crew only – it's too big for beginners. The tide and conditions are still called "marginal", but this is the biggest, most powerful swell of the whole 16-day window. The swell direction from the west is a perfect match for Portreath's optimum exposure. This is the day to circle on your calendar.
Tuesday the 28th holds onto 7 ft from the west, still strong energy around 786-802 (strong), but the wind swings cross-shore and the conditions get lumpy. It's a step down in quality.
Final Word
Honestly, it's a tough outlook. We've got a massive gap of dead flat days until the 25th of July. The real standout is Monday the 27th, with a powerful, clean west swell that's solid for the experienced. After that, it fades back into mediocrity. Keep an eye on the forecasts, but for now, go find something else to do.
- Rusty
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Warm (max 26°C on Wed afternoon, min 19°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 22°C on Fri afternoon, min 15°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tue 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | Monday 20 | |||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 6 | N 5 | N 6 | N 5 | N 5 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
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37 | 31 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 19 | 16 | 45 | 61 | 32 | 22 | 40 | 42 | 77 | 66 | 33 | 59 | 18 | 11 | 22 | 34 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:56PM6.43m | 6:23AM6.30m | 6:46PM6.67m | 7:11AM6.39m | 7:33PM6.74m | 7:57AM6.34m | 8:18PM6.65m | 8:42AM6.17m | 9:02PM6.40m | 9:26AM5.89m | 9:47PM6.02m | 10:10AM5.54m | 10:32PM5.58m | 10:57AM5.17m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:27AM0.21m | 12:47PM0.24m | 1:17AM0.04m | 1:34PM0.15m | 2:03AM0.03m | 2:18PM0.21m | 2:48AM0.18m | 3:02PM0.40m | 3:31AM0.46m | 3:45PM0.71m | 4:14AM0.83m | 4:29PM1.08m | 4:58AM1.24m | ||||||||
— | — | 5:26 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:33 | |
— | 9:27 | — | — | 9:25 | — | — | 9:24 | — | — | 9:23 | — | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:21 | 9:20 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 23 | 22 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 | 22 |
Feels °C | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 19 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | SW 7 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 8 | W 8 | N 6 | SE 6 | ESE 5 | N 5 | SE 6 | WNW 11 | N 5 |
20 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 18 | 19 | 12 | 45 | 61 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 10 | 66 | 10 | 3 | 18 | 5 | 22 | 16 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SE 7 | W 10 | W 9 | SE 6 | W 9 | W 8 | W 9 | SW 6 | W 8 | SSW 6 | SW 5 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 12 | W 7 | WNW 7 | W 9 | ESE 4 | W 8 | SE 5 | WNW 10 |
23 | 31 | 15 | 10 | 15 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 34 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | SE 4 | SW 6 | W 9 | ESE 6 | SW 7 | ESE 6 | W 8 | SW 6 | SSW 13 | SW 11 | SW 5 | SW 5 | S 21 | W 10 | SW 19 | W 9 | W 9 | W 11 | W 8 | W 7 |
37 | 3 | 10 | 14 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 13 | 6 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 15 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 1 | 1 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | E 7 | — | E 5 | E 6 | — | E 6 | N 5 | NW 5 | — | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | N 5 | N 5 | N 5 | ENE 4 | N 5 | N 6 | E 5 | N 5 | N 5 | — |
255 | — | 42 | 128 | — | 54 | 16 | 10 | — | 32 | 22 | 40 | 42 | 77 | 23 | 33 | 59 | 17 | 11 | 15 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 14 | 36 | 33 | 329 | 36 | 33 | 21 | 86 | 278 | 493 | 408 | 86 | 590 | 79 | 19 | 32 | 281 | 388 | 385 | 393 | 33 |
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Information about the Portreath Beach Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Portreath Beach provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Portreath Beach can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Portreath Beach 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 (Portreath Beach) 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 Portreath Beach 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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