Saltburn
Saltburn is the spiritual home of northeast England surfing--a Victorian seaside town with beach and reef.
Saltburn surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- NNE (20°)
- Direction range
- 340° - 70°
- Size range
- 0.9m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m - 2.1m
- Height multiplier
- 1.00×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSW (200°)
- Offshore range
- 170° - 250°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
Water temp
10°C
Wetsuit
5/4mm + boots
Difficulty
4/10
Crowd level
6/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Saltburn?
The Saltburn profile favors mid tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Saltburn?
The Saltburn profile uses wind from SSW (200°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 170° to 250°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Saltburn?
The Saltburn scoring profile favors swell from NNE (340° to 70°), a swell-height range of 0.9m to 2.5m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Saltburn?
The main season at Saltburn is Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Apr, Sep.
How do I get to Saltburn?
The spot profile lists MME as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 35 minutes.
What kind of wave is Saltburn?
Saltburn is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 4/10.
Best Season
Peak: Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Apr, Sep