United Kingdom › Somerset › Burnham
Live conditions
Local time
11:52am
Swell
1ft
5s
Cross wind
Cross
16mph
31mph
Falling tide
Low
02:29pm
Weather
12°C
12°C
5/4mm wetsuit
Boots
Gloves
Hood
Nearest spots
10 day surf forecast
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flat | Cross 7mph 23mph | Flat |  10°C 0.07mm/h | |
 | Flat | 0-1ft 8s | Cross 9mph 26mph | 0-1ft 8s | 10°C |
 | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 10mph 27mph | Flat | 10°C | |
 | 1ft 7s | Cross 14mph 30mph | Flat | 12°C | |
 | 0-1ft 5s | Cross 17mph 32mph | Flat | 12°C | |
 | 1ft 8s | Cross 15mph 31mph | Flat | 13°C 0.06mm/h | |
 | 1-2ft 6s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 12mph 26mph | 0-1ft 6s | 12°C 0.06mm/h |
 | 1ft 4s | 1ft 10s | On 10mph 25mph | 1ft 10s | 9°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 8s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 14mph 31mph | 0-1ft 10s |  9°C |
| 1ft 7s | 0-1ft 10s | Cross 14mph 28mph | 0-1ft 10s |  10°C |
| 1-2ft 12s | 0-1ft 9s | Cross 10mph 21mph | 0-1ft 9s |  8°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 6s | 1ft 12s | Cross 8mph 19mph | 1ft 12s | 6°C |
| 1-2ft 8s | 0-1ft 6s | On 9mph 16mph | 0-1ft 6s |  7°C 0.26mm/h |
| 2ft 12s | 0-1ft 6s | Cross 5mph 9mph | 0-1ft 6s | 4°C 0.62mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1ft 7s | 1ft 10s | On 4mph 4mph | 1ft 10s | 4°C |
| 1ft 10s | 1ft 6s | On 4mph 6mph | 1ft 6s | 7°C |
| 1ft 11s | 1ft 5s | Cross 5mph 5mph | 1ft 5s | 5°C |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 9s | Cross 25mph 43mph | Flat | 10°C 0.39mm/h | |
| 2ft 10s | Cross 25mph 43mph | Flat | 11°C 0.32mm/h | |
| 2ft 10s | Cross 25mph 42mph | Flat | 11°C 0.27mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 12s | Cross 13mph 28mph | Flat | 8°C 0.07mm/h | |
| 2-3ft 12s | 1ft 5s | Cross 17mph 29mph | 1ft 5s | 10°C 0.08mm/h |
| 2ft 12s | 0-1ft 4s | Cross 18mph 31mph | 0-1ft 4s | 9°C 0.16mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 13s | 0-1ft 3s | On 11mph 24mph | 0-1ft 3s | 7°C |
| 1-2ft 12s | 1ft 5s | On 12mph 22mph | 1ft 5s | 8°C 0.1mm/h |
| 1ft 11s | On 11mph 23mph | Flat | 7°C 0.21mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2ft 9s | 1ft 11s | Cross 31mph 54mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C 0.94mm/h |
| 1ft 8s | 1ft 11s | Cross 30mph 55mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C 1.62mm/h |
| 1ft 8s | 1ft 11s | On 26mph 45mph | 1ft 11s | 11°C 2.36mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2ft 12s | 1-2ft 7s | Cross 24mph 46mph | 1-2ft 7s | 10°C 0.8mm/h |
| 1ft 10s | On 39mph 67mph | Flat | 11°C 0.46mm/h | |
| 1-2ft 14s | On 44mph 71mph | Flat | 7°C 0.05mm/h |
| Time | Primary Swell | Secondary Swell | Wind | Secondary Swell | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3ft 16s | On 18mph 33mph | Flat | 8°C | |
| 2-3ft 14s | On 16mph 27mph | Flat | 9°C | |
| 1ft 10s | On 11mph 24mph | Flat | 8°C |
Historical data
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.
