Tiree
United Kingdom · Atlantic Europe
Right now
ClearWind and swell direction
Swell: 0.8m W
Wind: 12 km/h NNW (cross-onshore)
Beach faces: W
Cross-onshore wind. Wave faces are getting chopped up, conditions are average.
Swell is arriving at a great angle for this beach.
Today hour by hour
Updated 12:37Expected crowds
Prediction model v16amDawn patrol territory
7amMidweek quiet
Next 7 days
Forecast via Open-MeteoWhat to pack
- Cold water (11°C). 5/4mm wetsuit, booties and gloves.
- Strong winds on some days. Check the forecast each morning.
- Sunny days ahead. Sun cream and a rashie.
Today's briefing
0.5m swell at 8s. Light winds keeping things clean. Water temperature 11°C.
AI-generated summary for Tiree. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Tiree
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Best time to go
No great windows in the next 2 days
Best available option is Tomorrow around 9pm (score: 34). Conditions are below the Good threshold but may still be surfable.
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7-day forecastDaily score breakdown
This week is looking slightly above average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Tiree.
What's driving it
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Last 3 days of logged conditions.
About Tiree
Tiree is the most westerly island of the Inner Hebrides in Scotland, renowned for its highly exposed, sweeping white sand beaches. The bathymetric profile relies entirely on mobile silica sandbanks that shift continuously under the influence of strong Atlantic currents. Because the island acts as a primary receptor for raw, deep-water westerly groundswells, it captures significant wave energy year-round. An easterly wind provides optimal offshore conditions for the primary west-facing beaches, grooming the inherently choppy wave faces. The wave mechanics produce fast, punchy A-frame peaks that offer rapid take-offs and carveable left and right-hand walls. Due to the high volume of water moving across the shallow sandbars, the wave generates substantial hydraulic force and creates shifting rip currents. However, the island's numerous bays offer varied exposure, allowing surfers to find sheltered, spilling waves when conditions are massive. It is universally classified as an excellent cold-water training ground for beginners and intermediate surfers seeking uncrowded peaks.
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Create Profile →Frequently asked questions
How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Tiree. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Tiree?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.