Severn Bore

Wave

Wave TypeRivermouth
Wave DirectionRight and Left
BottomSandy
Wave PowerPowerful
ReputationLegendary
Wave Length (best)Outstanding, >500 meters
Wave Height MinLess than 3 ft/1 m
Wave Height Max6 ft+/2 m+

Swell & Wind

Best Wind DirectionWest, SouthWest
Swell Size Min1m
Swell Size Max2m+

Tide

Best Tide MovementRising Tide

Crowds & Access

Crowd (Weekdays)Few Surfers
Crowd (Weekends)Few Surfers
Access DistanceDay trip
Walk DescriptionShort walk (5-15 mn)
Easy to FindYes
Public AccessYes

Seasonal Conditions

Jan-FebMar-AprMay-JunJul-AugSep-OctNov-Dec
WetsuitFull Suit 5/4 HoodedFull Suit 6/5 HoodedFull Suit 4/3Full Suit 2/Spring SuitFull Suit 5/4 HoodedFull Suit 4/3 Hooded
Water Temp9°C9°C13°C17°C10°C12°C
Air Temp5°C7°C12°C18°C15°C9°C
ClimatePartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/SunnyPartly Cloudy/Sunny