Is Swansea Bay good for swimming today?

Swansea Bay has BeachFinder Score: 83/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at Swansea Bay today?

20°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Swansea Bay today?

3 km/h · NW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.

What should I check before swimming at Swansea Bay?

Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.

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Quick answer: Swansea Bay today

Swansea Bay is a BeachFinder spot in GB-EXT, GB. Today, compare water temperature 20°C, wind 3 km/h · NW, uv 5.9, waves 0.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 83/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature

20°C

Wind

3 km/h · NW

5.9

Waves

0.3 m

Water quality

Check official advisories

Last updated: Jul 10, 12:00 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 83/100

Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.

This is planning information, not a safety clearance. Conditions can change quickly.

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Updated: Jul 10, 12:00 AM

Water temp

20°C

Air temp

21°C

Feels like

22°C

UV index

5.9

Wind

3 km/h · NW

Gust 8 km/h

Waves

0.3 m

Current

1 km/h · E

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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

Swansea Bay

Swansea Bay is a bay on the south coast of Wales, with a sandy beach located at 51.59097, -3.96450. Several rivers flow into it, including the Neath, Tawe, Afan, Kenfig, and Clyne rivers, and the area experiences a significant tidal range in the upper parts of the Bristol Channel. For a beach outing, this situation makes checking the tides particularly important. Swansea Beach is 1 km away, Blackpill Lido is 2.2 km away, and Bracelet Bay Beach is 2.8 km away, providing close alternatives if you hesitate about the exact point. Check the services, lifeguard availability, and local conditions before departure. Check local conditions of the day before swimming.

About this spot

Swansea Bay requires careful choice in rhythm with the tides. The bay is vast, fed by several rivers, and Swansea Beach, Blackpill Lido, or Bracelet Bay offer close landmarks to adjust your outing according to conditions.

Updated 5/15/2026

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