Aberafan Beach in Neath Port Talbot, Wales, boasts a picturesque estuary shoreline with soft sand and breathtaking views. The beach has consistently received an Excellent water quality rating from Natural Resources Wales, making it an ideal spot for swimming and water activities. During the summer months, the water temperature at Aberafan Beach typically ranges from 15°C to 18°C.
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Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate
| Day | High & Low Tides (Local Time) | Tidal Range | Coeff / Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 11 Nov | ▼ Low 13:04 (1.42m)▲ High 19:18 (8.77m) | 7.35m | Spring (89) |
| Today | ▼ Low 01:17 (1.59m)▲ High 07:32 (8.78m)▼ Low 13:34 (1.68m)▲ High 19:49 (8.46m) | 7.19m | Spring (87) |
| Fri 13 Nov | ▼ Low 01:46 (1.86m)▲ High 08:04 (8.49m)▼ Low 14:06 (1.99m)▲ High 20:21 (8.11m) | 6.63m | Coeff 79 |
| Sat 14 Nov | ▼ Low 02:18 (2.17m)▲ High 08:38 (8.16m)▼ Low 14:40 (2.32m)▲ High 20:56 (7.75m) | 5.99m | Coeff 70 |
| Sun 15 Nov | ▼ Low 02:54 (2.50m)▲ High 09:16 (7.81m)▼ Low 15:21 (2.67m)▲ High 21:38 (7.38m) | 5.31m | Coeff 60 |
| Mon 16 Nov | ▼ Low 03:38 (2.85m)▲ High 10:01 (7.45m)▼ Low 16:11 (2.99m)▲ High 22:28 (7.04m) | 4.60m | Coeff 50 |
| Tue 17 Nov | ▼ Low 04:33 (3.15m)▲ High 10:56 (7.15m)▼ Low 17:15 (3.21m)▲ High 23:31 (6.82m) | 4.00m | Neap (42) |
The shoreline consists primarily of sand. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.
Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.
Bacterial levels are highly susceptible to storm runoff. Heavy rainfall in the local catchment is likely to trigger storm overflows and agricultural runoff, rendering the water temporarily unsafe.
Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.
Monitored as a transitional or estuarine bathing water. Estuarine sites experience a mix of tidal ocean flushing and river discharge, causing fluctuating salinity and water quality.
Unknown is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.
Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.
Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the Neath Port Talbot area.
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