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burnham Surf Report

Live conditions

Local time
07:10pm

Swell

1ft

11s

Cross-onshore wind

Cross

1mph

Falling tide

Low

09:46pm

Weather

11°C

9°C

5/4mm wetsuit

Boots

Gloves

Hood

Nearest spots

10 day surf forecast

Today 07 Oct

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat		Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	9°C
Flat		Cross 4mph 4mph	Flat	9°C
Flat		Cross 5mph 7mph	Flat	12°C
0-1ft 15s		Cross 6mph 8mph	Flat	16°C
1ft 14s	0-1ft 10s	Cross 6mph 8mph	0-1ft 10s	17°C
1ft 13s	1ft 10s	Cross 2mph 4mph	1ft 10s	13°C
1ft 9s	1ft 13s	On 1mph 1mph	1ft 13s	11°C
1ft 10s	1ft 12s	On 2mph 2mph	1ft 12s	10°C

Primary Swell	Secondary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
1ft 12s	0-1ft 7s	Cross 4mph 7mph	0-1ft 7s	14°C
1ft 12s		Cross 4mph 6mph	Flat	15°C
1ft 12s	0-1ft 9s	Cross 5mph 5mph	0-1ft 9s	12°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 11mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 7mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Cross 7mph 9mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 9mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Cross 6mph 6mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 6mph 7mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Off 7mph 8mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Off 6mph 9mph	Flat	16°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 12mph 17mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Off 12mph 15mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 16mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 13mph 19mph	Flat	14°C
Flat	Off 13mph 17mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Cross 9mph 20mph	Flat	13°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 12mph 20mph	Flat	16°C
Flat	Off 12mph 17mph	Flat	18°C
Flat	Off 7mph 9mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
0-1ft 11s	Off 9mph 13mph	Flat	17°C
1ft 10s	Off 11mph 15mph	Flat	19°C
1ft 10s	Off 7mph 10mph	Flat	14°C

Primary Swell	Wind	Secondary Swell	Weather
Flat	Off 12mph 21mph	Flat	15°C
Flat	Off 13mph 19mph	Flat	17°C
Flat	Off 8mph 10mph	Flat	13°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.