Portstewart Strand Beach in Derry

The Strand at Portstewart is a large sandy beach backed by a sand dune system that reaches heights of up to 30 metres (100ft). Neolithic pottery and implements have also been found within the sand dunes, along with bronze pins and Roman jewellery, revealing a long history of human habitation.

The Strand protects the mouth of the River Bann that is an important nature conservation site.

The beach is managed by the National Trust and provides lots of things to do, including; beach games, sunbathing, swimming, walking and surfing.

Unusually cars can be brought on and parked on the beach.

Planning your visit to Portstewart Strand Beach

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Portstewart Strand Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

Today

Expect a temp in the range 7.6℃ to 7.8℃ with wind speed 8.6 m/sec (S)

Saturday, Dec 09 cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 7.7℃ to 10.4℃ with wind speed 11 m/sec (SW)

Sunday, Dec 10 cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 7.7℃ to 9.2℃ with wind speed 12 m/sec (W)

Monday, Dec 11 cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 7.8℃ to 8.4℃ with wind speed 3.9 m/sec (NW)

Tuesday, Dec 12 rain

Expect a temp in the range 5.6℃ to 7.8℃ with wind speed 4 m/sec (SE)

Wednesday, Dec 13 cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 6.9℃ to 7.1℃ with wind speed 6.4 m/sec (E)

Thursday, Dec 14 cloudy

Expect a temp in the range 6℃ to 7.9℃ with wind speed 5.4 m/sec (S)

Coleraine weather forecast from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

Portstewart Strand Beach Tide Times

The closest tide times we have for Portstewart Strand Beach is at Portrush 5.62 km (3.49 miles) away. Tides are displayed beneath for 7 days and we list both high and low water times along with the height, helping you to plan the best time to visit Portstewart Strand Beach. These times are not adjusted for BST.

Fri 08 Dec
   High Tide at 03:44 (Height 1.64m)
   Low Tide at 09:04 (Height 1.08m)
   High Tide at 16:07 (Height 1.91m)
   Low Tide at 22:42 (Height 0.89m)

Sat 09 Dec
   High Tide at 04:21 (Height 1.75m)
   Low Tide at 09:46 (Height 1.02m)
   High Tide at 16:34 (Height 1.94m)
   Low Tide at 23:07 (Height 0.86m)

Sun 10 Dec
   High Tide at 04:54 (Height 1.87m)
   Low Tide at 10:22 (Height 0.94m)
   High Tide at 17:00 (Height 1.99m)
   Low Tide at 23:26 (Height 0.81m)

Mon 11 Dec
   High Tide at 05:24 (Height 1.99m)
   Low Tide at 10:58 (Height 0.87m)
   High Tide at 17:30 (Height 2.04m)
   Low Tide at 23:47 (Height 0.75m)

Tue 12 Dec
   High Tide at 05:57 (Height 2.11m)
   Low Tide at 11:37 (Height 0.79m)
   High Tide at 18:05 (Height 2.07m)

Wed 13 Dec
   Low Tide at 00:14 (Height 0.69m)
   High Tide at 06:33 (Height 2.21m)
   Low Tide at 12:20 (Height 0.75m)
   High Tide at 18:46 (Height 2.08m)

Thu 14 Dec
   Low Tide at 00:49 (Height 0.65m)
   High Tide at 07:12 (Height 2.26m)
   Low Tide at 13:07 (Height 0.73m)
   High Tide at 19:29 (Height 2.03m)

Planning your visit to Portstewart Strand Beach

Portstewart Strand Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

Portstewart Strand Beach Tide Times

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