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burnham Surf Report

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01:52am

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Flat

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6mph

8mph

Falling tide

Low

05:31am

Weather

14°C

13°C

4/3mm wetsuit

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Gloves

Hood

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10 day surf forecast

Today 04 Aug

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 7mph 10mph	Flat	14°C
Flat		Cross 8mph 21mph	Flat	15°C
Flat		Cross 14mph 26mph	Flat	20°C
Flat		Cross 18mph 29mph	Flat	23°C
0-1ft 4s	0-1ft 4s	On 19mph 31mph	0-1ft 4s	20°C 0.06mm/h
1ft 5s		On 15mph 26mph	Flat	18°C 0.19mm/h
1ft 5s		On 11mph 24mph	Flat	16°C 0.08mm/h
1ft 4s		On 7mph 13mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 8s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 8s	Cross 18mph 21mph	Flat	20°C
1ft 9s	Cross 15mph 18mph	Flat	19°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	1ft 10s	Cross 9mph 9mph	1ft 10s	21°C
1ft 6s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 11mph 9mph	0-1ft 10s	22°C
0-1ft 8s		Cross 10mph 11mph	Flat	20°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	On 6mph 9mph	Flat	25°C
0-1ft 5s	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 9mph 11mph	Flat	20°C 0.08mm/h
Flat	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	23°C
Flat	Cross 14mph 14mph	Flat	21°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 6s	Cross 12mph 15mph	Flat	24°C
Flat	On 15mph 17mph	Flat	26°C
Flat	On 13mph 14mph	Flat	23°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 6s	Cross 2mph 4mph	Flat	27°C
1ft 6s	Cross 7mph 6mph	Flat	27°C
0-1ft 4s	Cross 7mph 6mph	Flat	25°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 7s	Cross 1mph 3mph	Flat	27°C
Flat	On 8mph 7mph	Flat	27°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 10mph	Flat	24°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 10s	1ft 8s	Off 5mph 6mph	1ft 8s	28°C
1ft 11s		Cross 9mph 8mph	Flat	30°C
1ft 10s		Cross 10mph 9mph	Flat	28°C

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Location guide

The surfing conditions at Burnham vary greatly, mostly due to its geographical location and unusual tidal patterns. Burnham, located on the Bristol Channel in the United Kingdom, isn't traditionally known as a prime surf location because of these conditions. However, that isn't to say that surfing in Burnham is without its unique appeal. The first factor to consider when examining Burnham's surfing conditions is its tidal range—the second highest in the world. This results in a significant change in the surf break, depending on whether it's low or high tide. Often, the best surfing conditions in Burnham occur around high tide when the waves reach their maximum size thanks to the funnelling effect of the river mouth. On good days, the beach break at Burnham can produce average wave heights of about 1 meter, which are suitable for beginners or less experienced surfers. These waves can occasionally reach heights of 2 meters during intense storms, although these are not frequent occurrences. The onshore winds often blow from the south, which can either enhance the surfing conditions or create hazardous, choppy surf depending on their intensity. Additionally, surfers should be aware of the water quality, which can sometimes suffer due to the proximity of the River Parrett. The ambient temperature in Burnham is often cooler due to its northern position on the UK's west coast, especially outside of the summer months, so thicker wetsuits are a necessity for year-round surfing here. In summary, the surfing experience in Burnham is one that requires careful planning with tidal tables, atmospheric conditions, and a good knowledge of the local geography.

burnham Surf Report

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Last updated: 04/08/25 12:00am

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