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Weston Main

North Somerset, South West
Poor Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Weston Main, a scenic North Somerset beach, boasts a picturesque estuary shoreline with sandy shores. However, its water quality has been classified as Poor by the Environment Agency, making it essential to exercise caution when swimming. During the summer months, the water temperature in this region typically ranges from 15°C to 18°C.

6.4°C
Air Temp
17.6 mph
Wind Speed
High Tide (6.21m)
in 7h 4m (08:04) • Spring Tide
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Live Water Quality

30
Poor
Not advised
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Air Temp

6.4°C
Comfortable

Weather

Clear sky
6.4°C

Tide

High Tide (6.21m)
in 7h 4m (08:04) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Poor
Not advised

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Quick Overview

Sandy beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Sand
Water Quality
Poor
Avg. Air Temp
6.4°C
Swimming
Highly recommended

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Reference Information

🌊 Live Tide Curve, Tidal Range & 7-Day Schedule

Harmonic astronomical predictions, tidal coefficients & flow rate

Spring Tide • Coeff 90
Current Water Level
Rising ↑ (1.66m)
10% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 08:04 (6.21m • in 7h 4m)
▼ Low: 12:28 (1.68m • in 11h 28m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 4.66m (Coeff 90/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Moderate Flooding Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: Burnham-on-Sea (7.04 km)
7m 4m 1m 23:3003:3007:3011:3015:3019:30 High 08:04 (6.2m)Low 12:28 (1.7m)High 20:19 (6.0m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▲ High 19:48 (6.27m) --
Today ▼ Low 00:15 (1.55m)▲ High 08:04 (6.21m)▼ Low 12:28 (1.68m)▲ High 20:19 (5.96m) 4.66m Spring (90)
Fri 13 Nov ▼ Low 00:39 (1.61m)▲ High 08:35 (5.96m)▼ Low 12:56 (1.74m)▲ High 20:50 (5.66m) 4.35m Spring (86)
Sat 14 Nov ▼ Low 01:06 (1.69m)▲ High 09:08 (5.70m)▼ Low 13:27 (1.83m)▲ High 21:24 (5.35m) 4.01m Coeff 81
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 01:34 (1.79m)▲ High 09:44 (5.42m)▼ Low 14:06 (1.96m)▲ High 22:00 (5.02m) 3.63m Coeff 77
Mon 16 Nov ▼ Low 02:07 (1.95m)▲ High 10:23 (5.08m)▼ Low 15:19 (2.13m)▲ High 22:40 (4.65m) 3.13m Coeff 70
Tue 17 Nov ▼ Low 03:43 (2.17m)▲ High 11:07 (4.70m)▼ Low 19:10 (2.11m)▲ High 23:27 (4.24m) 2.59m Coeff 63
Reference Station: Burnham-on-Sea • Model: Harmonic Port Transfer (Dunball Tidal) • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
High 08:04 6.21m
Low 12:28 1.68m
High 20:19 5.96m
Low 00:39 1.61m
Current: Rising (1.66m) • Moderate Flooding Flow
Sediment Type
Sand

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.

Annual Rating
Poor

Water quality regularly fails to meet safe bathing standards. Swimmers face an elevated risk of stomach infections or skin rashes due to high bacterial loads.

Rainfall Impact
High Risk

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.

Monitoring Authority
Environment Agency

Tested weekly by the Environment Agency England for bacteria levels (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) between May and September.

Water Body Type
Estuary / Transitional Water

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.

Sewerage Provider
Wessex Water Services Limited

Wessex Water Services Limited is the regional utility responsible for waste water treatment, sewage infrastructure, and storm overflow management in this catchment area.

Designated Year
1988

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 1988. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
North Somerset

Governed under local district sanitation and environmental safety regulations in the North Somerset area.

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