# Tynemouth Longsands Surf Report & Forecast

> Tynemouth Longsands surf report for today and a 7-day forecast. Newcastle's beach, minutes from the Metro. The common south-west wind is offshore, so it's…

- Page type: Surf forecast for one break
- Canonical URL: https://swellotter.com/spot/tynemouth
- Last updated: 2026-11-09

Tynemouth Longsands is a beachbreak in North East England, England. It works best on an east-north-east swell with a west wind, which blows offshore there. Best tide: low to mid. It suits beginner and intermediate surfers. It is usually at its best in January, March and November. The sea ranges from about 7°C to 16°C over the year.

In three years of Open-Meteo data (2023 to 2025), Tynemouth Longsands had rideable surf (2+ stars) on 57% of days and good surf (3+ stars) on 24%, was flat on 30% and 8ft or bigger on 1%. The most consistent month is November (83% of days rideable) and the quietest is June (34%). A typical winter day's best surf is about 2.3ft against 1ft in summer, the wind blows offshore for 4+ daylight hours on 44% of days, the average wind is 9.6 knots and about 893mm of rain falls a year.

## Key facts
- Region: North East England, England
- Coordinates: 55.03, -1.38
- Type: Beachbreak; bottom: Sand; wave: Peaks, 50-100m rides
- Best swell: east-north-east (ENE); offshore wind: west (W)
- Best tide: Low to mid
- Suits: beginner, intermediate
- Best months: January, March, November
- Sea temperature over the year: 7–16°C

## Live forecast
The live 7-day forecast (surf height, star rating, swell, wind, tides, sunrise and sunset) is on https://swellotter.com/spot/tynemouth, refreshed at least hourly.


## About Tynemouth Longsands
Longsands is the main beach at Tynemouth, at the mouth of the Tyne and a short Metro ride from Newcastle. It is a wide sandy bay that picks up swell from the North Sea and turns it into friendly peaks.

Being on a city's doorstep, it is busy when the surf is good, but there is plenty of room along the beach. A west or south-west wind is offshore. It is a great place to learn, with surf schools on the promenade, but bring a thick wetsuit for most of the year.

## Positives
- City surf on the Metro
- Surf schools and hire
- Lively seafront
- Good for learners

## Negatives
- Cold water
- Busy when it's good
- Needs an east or north-east swell
- Few waves in summer

## Travel
- Getting there: Take the Tyne and Wear Metro to Tynemouth or Cullercoats, both a short walk from the beach. By car, follow the A1058 coast road.
- Parking: Pay and display along Grand Parade and in car parks behind the beach.
- Where to stay: Hotels and B&Bs in Tynemouth and Whitley Bay, or stay in Newcastle.
- Hazards: Rips on bigger days, rocks at the north end and cold water in winter and spring.
- Nearby breaks: King Edward's Bay just south, and Cullercoats to the north.

## Month by month (three years of history, 2023 to 2025)
| Month | Rideable days | Good days | Flat days | Typical best surf | Sea temp | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73% | 44% | 20% | 2.4ft | 6.8°C | 65mm |
| Feb | 44% | 16% | 38% | 1.9ft | 6.6°C | 36mm |
| Mar | 73% | 31% | 14% | 2.6ft | 7°C | 58mm |
| Apr | 58% | 16% | 18% | 1.9ft | 8.6°C | 63mm |
| May | 44% | 5% | 30% | 1.7ft | 11.9°C | 55mm |
| Jun | 34% | 7% | 50% | 1.1ft | 14.4°C | 58mm |
| Jul | 43% | 14% | 49% | 1.1ft | 15.4°C | 109mm |
| Aug | 39% | 14% | 55% | 0.9ft | 15.9°C | 74mm |
| Sep | 57% | 22% | 30% | 1.7ft | 14.3°C | 81mm |
| Oct | 62% | 34% | 22% | 2.2ft | 12°C | 108mm |
| Nov | 83% | 47% | 9% | 2.5ft | 10.1°C | 95mm |
| Dec | 68% | 33% | 19% | 2.5ft | 8.5°C | 91mm |

## Questions
### What conditions does Tynemouth Longsands need?
Tynemouth Longsands works best on an east-north-east swell with a west wind, which blows offshore there. It is a beachbreak with shifting peaks over sand, and rides run about 50 to 100m. Best tide: Low to mid. In 2023–2025 the wind blew offshore for 4+ daylight hours on 44% of days, and Tynemouth Longsands had rideable surf (2+ stars) on 57% of days.

### When is the best time to surf Tynemouth Longsands?
November is the most reliable month at Tynemouth Longsands: in 2023–2025 it had good surf (3+ stars) on 47% of days. The best run of months is January, October and November, and autumn (September to November) is the strongest season overall. Offshore winds are most common in January, when they blow for 4+ daylight hours on 62% of days. For good winter days, Tynemouth Longsands ranks 8th of the 17 North East breaks we track. Autumn pairs the warmest water with the first big swells, and 34% of autumn days were good.

### Is Tynemouth Longsands good for surfing in summer?
Often not: Tynemouth Longsands was flat on 51% of June to August days in 2023–2025, so keep a summer trip flexible. Good (3+ star) days made up 12% of summer, and July was the best summer month (43% rideable). The sea reaches about 16°C by late summer. For summer consistency it ranks 5th of the 17 North East breaks we track.

### How big do the waves get at Tynemouth Longsands?
On a typical day the best surf at Tynemouth Longsands is about 2.3ft in winter and 1ft in summer. Days of 8ft or more are rare here (1% of days in 2023–2025). It was flat on 30% of days, most often in August.

### Is Tynemouth Longsands good for beginners?
Yes. Tynemouth Longsands is one of the better places to learn in Tyneside, with sand underfoot and gentle whitewater on small days. Surf schools and hire. The gentlest months that still have surf are May, July and September.

### Is it safe to surf at Tynemouth Longsands?
Yes when it's small, but know this. Rips on bigger days, rocks at the north end and cold water in winter and spring. We know of no lifeguard cover, so never surf it alone.

### How busy does Tynemouth Longsands get?
Often busy. Busy when it's good. For more room, try Blyth South Beach (12 km away) and Newbiggin (19 km away).

### How do I get to Tynemouth Longsands, and where can I stay?
Take the Tyne and Wear Metro to Tynemouth or Cullercoats, both a short walk from the beach. By car, follow the A1058 coast road. Where to stay: Hotels and B&Bs in Tynemouth and Whitley Bay, or stay in Newcastle.

### Where else can I surf near Tynemouth Longsands?
Close to Tynemouth Longsands: King Edward's Bay just south, and Cullercoats to the north.

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