St Andrews West Sands Beach Info

The West Sands at St Andrews is a long stretch of sand backed by the famous Royal & Ancient Golf Club. You may also recognise it as the beach was used for the famous opening sequence of Chariots of Fire.

The sandy beach stretches for 3 km (2 miles) and is backed by large grass areas and sand dunes. Between May 1st and September 30th, dogs are not allowed on the part of the beach nearest the town.

There are multiple parking options along the full 3 km. The further away from St Andrews you go, the less facilities you have access to. At points along the road, walkways take you across the dunes onto the beach itself.

If you want more information on the area visit our local St Andrews Destination page or our regional Fife Destination page.

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St Andrews West Sands Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

Today

Expect a temp in the range 2.9℃ to 7.1℃ with wind speed 5.4 m/sec (N)

Friday, Apr 26

Expect a temp in the range 1.5℃ to 3℃ with wind speed 4.2 m/sec (N)

Saturday, Apr 27

Expect a temp in the range 2.3℃ to 3.8℃ with wind speed 2.6 m/sec (SE)

Sunday, Apr 28

Expect a temp in the range 1.1℃ to 4.5℃ with wind speed 1.9 m/sec (E)

Monday, Apr 29

Expect a temp in the range 4℃ to 6℃ with wind speed 3.7 m/sec (WSW)

Tuesday, Apr 30

Expect a temp in the range 4.6℃ to 7.4℃ with wind speed 2.3 m/sec (ESE)

Wednesday, May 01

Expect a temp in the range 5.3℃ to 6.7℃ with wind speed 3.3 m/sec (NNE)

Our St Andrews weather forecast is from Yr, delivered by the Norwegian Meteorological Institute and NRK

St Andrews West Sands Beach Tide Times

The closest tide times we have for St Andrews West Sands Beach is at DUNDEE 14.65 km (9.10 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 St Andrews West Sands Beach. These times are not adjusted for BST.

Thu 25 Apr
   High Tide at 03:22 (Height 5.13m)
   Low Tide at 09:32 (Height 1.18m)
   High Tide at 15:38 (Height 5.17m)
   Low Tide at 21:52 (Height 1.13m)

Fri 26 Apr
   High Tide at 03:52 (Height 5.15m)
   Low Tide at 10:02 (Height 1.19m)
   High Tide at 16:13 (Height 5.15m)
   Low Tide at 22:21 (Height 1.22m)

Sat 27 Apr
   High Tide at 04:26 (Height 5.10m)
   Low Tide at 10:34 (Height 1.23m)
   High Tide at 16:51 (Height 5.07m)
   Low Tide at 22:51 (Height 1.37m)

Sun 28 Apr
   High Tide at 05:01 (Height 4.99m)
   Low Tide at 11:09 (Height 1.32m)
   High Tide at 17:32 (Height 4.92m)
   Low Tide at 23:25 (Height 1.57m)

Mon 29 Apr
   High Tide at 05:41 (Height 4.82m)
   Low Tide at 11:50 (Height 1.48m)
   High Tide at 18:18 (Height 4.70m)

Tue 30 Apr
   Low Tide at 00:08 (Height 1.84m)
   High Tide at 06:29 (Height 4.62m)
   Low Tide at 12:43 (Height 1.67m)
   High Tide at 19:17 (Height 4.48m)

Wed 01 May
   Low Tide at 01:06 (Height 2.11m)
   High Tide at 07:28 (Height 4.45m)
   Low Tide at 13:54 (Height 1.79m)
   High Tide at 20:36 (Height 4.36m)

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St Andrews West Sands Beach

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St Andrews West Sands Beach 7 Day Weather Forecast

St Andrews West Sands Beach Tide Times

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