Sandside Bay Surf Report & Forecast
Surf Report and Surf Forecast
Current Surf Conditions
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Condition Rating
LOTUS Forecast
Surf Height
2-3FT+
Thigh to stomach
LOTUS Forecast
Swell
7.7FT7s
W265º
0.3FT6s
NNE20º
0.6FT7s
ESE112º
LOTUS Forecast
Tide
9.8FT
Temperature
52°F
51ºF
4/3mm wetsuit
Sandside Bay Surf Forecast
LOTUS Model - our advanced surf forecasting system designed specifically for surfers...
Sandside Bay Surf Guide
With Dounreay Nuclear Power Station playing backdrop to this walling left, it is a relief to those who surf here that Sandside is not the main 'North Shore' attraction. However, when large westerly swells are accompanied by Thurso East-wrecking westerly winds, this spot's beauty really shines through as a firing port in an otherwise unsurfable storm. Take-off near the old harbor and a quality, hollow left will unwind all the way to the beach. Small crowds brave the radioactive warnings posted by... Read more

