Whitby Surf Break

Lat Long: 54.49° N 0.62° W

Whitby Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 11 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Whitby sea temperature is
15.3°C
1.2° 

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


Whitby surf forecast from 11 Sep 2026:

  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 16 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 7s period, N swell with 89 kJ wave energy.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Whitby this week:

The most powerful waves expected at Whitby in the next 16 days are 1.0m 7s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.7m 5s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (BST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)--
Best Surf--
Most Powerful 7PM (Wed 16th Sep)3.5ft (1.0m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a proper look at what’s on the cards for our local stretch over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be straight with you – it’s a tough outlook. We’re looking at a long, dry spell of tiny waves and poor conditions for the vast majority of the 16-day window. For a break like Whitby, a beach/pier setup that’s fairly exposed, it’s a waiting game.

The first real chance of a wave doesn’t show up until Friday the 25th of September, and even then, it’s nothing to write home about. That’s nearly two full weeks of grovelly, flat-to-ankle slop. Let’s get into it.

The first few days are basically a write-off. Through Friday the 11th into the following weekend, we’re looking at ankle-snappers, mostly under 1ft, with short-period windswell and combined energy barely ticking over (14 and less). The water temperature sits at about 60°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so the water feels nice even if the surf doesn’t. Wednesday the 16th sees a slight bump to 3ft from the north, but with a period of only 6 seconds and a cross-shore wind, it’s messy. The combined energy does climb to 74, so there’s a bit more push, but the quality is gone.

We get a brief moment on the morning of Monday the 14th with clean 1ft waves and a gentle offshore breeze, but the energy is weak (39) and it’s not enough to get excited about.

Now, the one day that even gets a mention in the data is Friday the 25th of September. The morning session at Whitby sees a 3ft swell rolling in from the northwest, with a short period of 6 seconds. The combined energy hits 94, which is still on the weaker side of moderate, so it’s got a bit of body. The wind is offshore from the southwest, meaning clean, peeling faces if you pick your peak. It’s listed as “surfable waves but very ordinary conditions”, which tells you it’s not world-class, but it’s the best we’ve got in a very dry run. For a consistent spot like this, crowds are likely (often), and on a Friday with the only real surf on offer, expect company.

If you’re a beginner, that 3ft is fine; it’s not too big. For the more experienced crew, you’ll find a few workable lefts and rights if you sit in the right spot. The period is short, so expect a bit of a bumpy, less-groomed wave face. It’s not a standout by most standards, but in this context, it’s the clear pick.

After that, we tail off again into tiny leftover swell and poor conditions right through to the end of the forecast period on the 26th.

So, the honest truth: mark your calendar for the morning of Friday the 25th. Everything else is a flat, blown-out mess or just too small to bother with. Keep an eye on it – sometimes these long-range calls can tighten up. Don’t put the board away, but don’t hold your breath for the rest of the window.

*Rusty*

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (calm on Fri afternoon, fresh winds from the SW by Sat morning).

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Mon night. Warm (max 23°C on Mon afternoon, min 11°C on Tue night). Mainly fresh winds.

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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SW
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High Tide
5:08PM5.61m
5:15AM5.89m
5:45PM5.62m
5:52AM5.89m
6:20PM5.54m
6:28AM5.78m
6:53PM5.39m
7:04AM5.57m
7:26PM5.20m
7:40AM5.28m
8:01PM4.97m
8:19AM4.95m
8:39PM4.72m
Low Tide
11:14PM1.18m
11:41AM0.55m
11:50PM1.12m
12:17PM0.64m
00:24AM1.16m
12:51PM0.87m
00:58AM1.30m
1:24PM1.18m
1:31AM1.51m
1:57PM1.54m
2:06AM1.78m
2:32PM1.93m
2:46AM2.09m
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Information about the Whitby Surf forecast

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