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Porth Neigwl

Gwynedd, Wales
Excellent Water Quality
Data last verified: 12 Nov 2026

Porth Neigwl, a picturesque beach in Gwynedd, Wales, boasts a stunning coastline with sand and shingle shores. The beach consistently receives an Excellent water quality rating, as tested by Natural Resources Wales. During the summer months, the water temperature typically ranges from 14°C to 16°C, making it perfect for a refreshing dip.

5.2°C
Air Temp
8.3 mph
Wind Speed
Low Tide (1.36m)
in 3h 16m (04:10) • Spring Tide
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Live Water Quality

95
Excellent
Safe for swimming
• Updated 10 mins ago
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Unknown
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Air Temp

5.2°C
Comfortable

Weather

Partly cloudy
5.2°C

Tide

Low Tide (1.36m)
in 3h 16m (04:10) • Spring Tide

Water Quality

Excellent
Safe for swimming

Pollution Alerts

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Quick Overview

Sand & Shingle beach
Family friendly
Dog friendly
(winter)
Parking nearby
Toilets
Café

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Beach Type
Sand, Shingle
Water Quality
Excellent
Avg. Air Temp
5.2°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 88
Current Water Level
Falling ↓ (2.88m)
53% through current tide cycle (LAT)
Upcoming High & Low
▲ High: 09:33 (4.80m • in 8h 40m)
▼ Low: 04:10 (1.36m • in 3h 16m)
Tidal Range & Coefficient
Range: 3.48m (Coeff 88/120)
Large tidal range — faster tidal currents and higher high water.
Current Tidal Flow
Peak Ebbing Flow
Rule of Twelfths: fastest flow occurs in mid-tide hours 3 & 4.
📈 24-Hour Harmonic Tide Curve (LAT)
Station: Barmouth
5.4m 3.2m 0.9m 23:0003:0007:0011:0015:0019:00 Low 04:10 (1.4m)High 09:33 (4.8m)Low 16:29 (1.3m)High 21:50 (4.5m) NOW
📅 7-Day High & Low Tide Table
Day High & Low Tides (Local Time) Tidal Range Coeff / Phase
Wed 11 Nov ▼ Low 15:59 (1.18m)▲ High 21:15 (4.69m) 3.51m Spring (89)
Today ▼ Low 04:10 (1.36m)▲ High 09:33 (4.80m)▼ Low 16:29 (1.32m)▲ High 21:50 (4.47m) 3.48m Spring (88)
Fri 13 Nov ▼ Low 04:35 (1.53m)▲ High 10:09 (4.60m)▼ Low 16:59 (1.49m)▲ High 22:26 (4.23m) 3.11m Coeff 80
Sat 14 Nov ▼ Low 05:03 (1.72m)▲ High 10:45 (4.38m)▼ Low 17:34 (1.68m)▲ High 23:04 (3.98m) 2.70m Coeff 70
Sun 15 Nov ▼ Low 05:36 (1.93m)▲ High 11:24 (4.16m)▼ Low 18:16 (1.86m)▲ High 23:47 (3.76m) 2.30m Coeff 61
Mon 16 Nov ▼ Low 06:18 (2.13m)▲ High 12:10 (3.96m)▼ Low 19:09 (2.00m) 1.96m Coeff 54
Tue 17 Nov ▲ High 00:41 (3.57m)▼ Low 07:20 (2.30m)▲ High 13:11 (3.82m)▼ Low 20:24 (2.06m) 1.76m Neap (49)
Reference Station: Barmouth • Model: Primary Harmonic Gauge (TICON) • Datum: LAT Tide predictions via TidesAtlas
Next 4 Tides
Spring Tide
Low 04:10 1.36m
High 09:33 4.80m
Low 16:29 1.32m
High 21:50 4.47m
Current: Falling (2.88m) • Peak Ebbing Flow
Sediment Type
Sand, Shingle

The shoreline consists primarily of sand, shingle. Sediment type dictates underfoot comfort, wave energy absorption, and the water's clarity when currents stir up the seabed.

Annual Rating
Excellent

Water quality is classified as excellent, meeting the highest cleanliness standards. Bacterial counts (E. coli & Intestinal Enterococci) are consistently low, posing negligible health risks.

Rainfall Impact
Low Risk

This bathing water is generally resilient and has a low risk of quality degradation after heavy summer storm events.

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
Coastal Beach

Monitored as a coastal beach. Coastal beaches are subject to tidal flows and marine dilution, whereas inland lakes/rivers suffer from low water circulation, meaning bacteria can linger longer.

Sewerage Provider
Unknown

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

Designated Year
2012

Officially designated as a protected bathing water site in 2012. This designation mandates regular public health monitoring.

County / District
Gwynedd

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

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