Surf Forecasts:
Wembury surf forecast from 12 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Sunday 12 Jul, 7PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.1m), 4s period, E swell with 40 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Wembury this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Wembury in the next 16 days are 1.1m 4s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Jul 12) at 7PM. 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 4s period and expected on Monday (Jul 13) at 7AM.
| Wave Type | Time (BST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Sun 12th Jul) | 3.5ft (1.1m) 4s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Wembury over the next 16 days.
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer down at Wembury.
Honestly, it’s a grim picture for the next couple of weeks. We’re looking at a solid run of flat, blown-out, or just plain messy conditions. The only faint glimmer of hope is right at the very end of the forecast period, and even that’s a stretch.
The first real chance of anything rideable isn’t until Monday, July 27th. That’s a massive gap. For the entire period from now until then, there’s nothing worth paddling out for. The wind is either howling from the E or ENE, or it’s cross-shore and choppy, with swell heights barely registering a pulse. The wave energy is weak, often in the single digits or low teens (like 6 or 44), and the comment is consistently “poor surf conditions.” It’s a write-off.
Now, for Monday, July 27th, we finally see a shift. The combined swell energy jumps to 226 (moderate), and the swell is coming from the SW at 4ft. That’s something. The period is 7 seconds, which is short-period wind swell, so it won’t have the grunt of a groundswell, but it’s a wave. The wind is a gentle breeze from the W, which is a cross-shore, so it won’t be glassy, but it’s the best option we’ve got. The water temperature anomaly is about average for the time of year.
Given the consistent lack of quality and the fact that every other day is a no-go, Wembury on Monday, July 27th is the only thing on the table. It’s a point break, exposed to the SW swell, so the direction is right. It’s rated as a beginner spot but is inconsistent. With the swell at 4ft, it’s a small, manageable size for most. It’s not a standout by any means, but it’s the only game in town. The crowds are often there, so expect company.
Don’t hold your breath for the rest of the window. The wind is forecast to turn onshore again right after. This is a one-day window, and it’s marginal. For a more reliable session, you’d be better off waiting for the next proper swell.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Mon night. Warm (max 27°C on Sun afternoon, min 16°C on Mon night). Winds increasing (light winds from the ENE on Sat night, near gales from the ENE by Sun night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 24°C on Thu morning, min 18°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Sunday 12 | Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | E 4 | S 15 | S 19 | E 4 | E 4 | SW 18 | E 4 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 3 | WSW 5 | WSW 6 | SW 5 | W 5 |
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 kJ | 5 | 29 | 4 | 8 | 33 | 23 | 12 | 18 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 18 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 30 | 20 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | cross-on | cross-off |
High Tide | 4:34PM4.96m | 5:04AM4.93m | 5:33PM5.19m | 6:05AM5.10m | 6:30PM5.41m | 7:03AM5.25m | 7:25PM5.57m | 7:58AM5.35m | 8:18PM5.67m | 8:49AM5.38m | 9:06PM5.67m | 9:35AM5.32m | 9:52PM5.56m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:32AM1.58m | 11:06PM1.43m | 11:31AM1.29m | 00:02AM1.08m | 12:23PM1.01m | 00:52AM0.78m | 1:11PM0.79m | 1:39AM0.59m | 1:57PM0.69m | 2:24AM0.54m | 2:41PM0.72m | 3:08AM0.64m | 3:25PM0.88m | 3:53AM0.87m | |||||||
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 | 5:18 | — | — | 5:18 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:20 | — | — | 5:22 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — | 5:24 | — | — |
 | — | — | 9:23 | — | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:22 | — | — | 9:21 | — | — | 9:20 | — | — | 9:19 |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 25 | 27 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 25 | 26 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 21 | 24 | 22 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 20 | 24 | 25 | 24 |
Feels °C | 19 | 21 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 18 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 21 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 23 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | S 16 | S 15 | S 19 | SW 19 | SW 15 | SW 7 | WSW 11 | SE 4 | SSW 7 | SSW 6 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 7 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 13 | WSW 5 | WSW 6 | W 8 | WSW 4 |
| kJ | 1 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 12 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 8 | 18 | 23 | 19 | 18 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 1 | 12 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 16 | S 21 | S 15 | SW 15 | SW 15 | W 12 | SW 18 | SW 6 | WSW 10 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | SSW 6 | W 8 | W 8 | W 9 | W 8 | SW 13 | WSW 6 | S 11 | S 11 | W 8 |
| kJ | 5 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | W 8 | — | N 6 | W 14 | S 7 | SW 11 | SW 18 | SW 6 | ESE 7 | SW 16 | W 9 | SW 14 | SW 15 | S 15 | SW 12 | — | S 11 | S 13 | S 14 | S 11 |
| kJ | — | 1 | — | 1 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 6 | — | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 4 | E 4 | E 4 | ENE 4 | E 4 | E 4 | ENE 4 | E 4 | — | ENE 3 | — | W 3 | WNW 3 | W 3 | WNW 4 | WNW 3 | SW 3 | — | — | SW 5 | W 5 |
| kJ | 18 | 29 | 49 | 53 | 33 | 23 | 18 | 18 | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 9 | — | — | 30 | 20 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 458 | 292 | 313 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 69 | 66 | 69 | 117 | 73 | 187 | 116 | 309 | 350 | 579 | 230 | 188 | 469 | 600 | 458 |
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The above surf forecast table for Wembury provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Wembury can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Wembury 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 (Wembury) 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).
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