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burnham Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
03:32am

Swell

Flat

Cross-offshore wind

Cross

4mph

Rising tide

High

04:29am

Weather

8°C

7°C

6/5mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 14 May

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	9°C 0.05mm/h
Flat	Cross 4mph 8mph	Flat	9°C
Flat	Cross 8mph 13mph	Flat	12°C
Flat	Cross 10mph 12mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Off 9mph 10mph	Flat	19°C 0.05mm/h
Flat	Cross 7mph 11mph	Flat	18°C 0.18mm/h
Flat	Cross 6mph 11mph	Flat	14°C 0.11mm/h
Flat	Cross 5mph 10mph	Flat	11°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Off 8mph 13mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 10mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 11mph 15mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 11mph 14mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 14mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 11s	Cross 10mph 13mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 11s	Cross 11mph 14mph	Flat	18°C
1ft 11s	Cross 7mph 12mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 10mph 13mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Off 10mph 12mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	Off 8mph 18mph	Flat	18°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 11mph 16mph	Flat	16°C 0.34mm/h
Flat	Off 9mph 12mph	Flat	18°C 0.1mm/h
Flat	Off 7mph 11mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	17°C 0.08mm/h
Flat	Cross 7mph 8mph	Flat	19°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	17°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	On 7mph 9mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 11mph 12mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	On 10mph 17mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 9s	On 13mph 20mph	Flat	13°C
1ft 9s	On 15mph 24mph	Flat	14°C
1ft 9s	On 16mph 26mph	Flat	13°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.