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Whitley Bay Beach

Whitley Bay beach is a long strip of sand with rocks. Large park behind the beach.

Was the East coasts answer to Blackpool due to its close proximate to industrial north In the 1960’s the resort started to struggle when people discovered foreign holidays. Still much a holiday resort that has a night life that attracts hen and stag parties.

Facilities include pay and display parking, toilets, cafes, restaurants and promenade.

Whitley Bay Beach is a Blue Flag Beach and has been awarded a regional Seaside Award.

Dog Friendly Beach?

Whitley Bay has dog Restrictions although does offer a dog exercise area.

Why not check other beaches nearby as we have 13 beaches in Tyne and Wear, or check our list of Tyne and Wear Dog Friendly Beaches.

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Whitley Bay Beach Water Quality

Water samples are taken at regular intervals during the bathing season and at the end of the season the water quality is classified as:
  - Excellent: the highest classification meaning the water is cleanest
  - Good: generally good water quality
  - Sufficient: meets minimum standards
  - Poor: You are advised not to swim. The beach will stay open and an action plan should be in place to improve the water quality.

7 Day Weather Forecast

Today

Expect a temp in the range 9.5℃ to 11.8℃ with wind speed 10.4 m/sec (SSW)

Friday, Mar 24

Expect a temp in the range 6.7℃ to 7.3℃ with wind speed 7.3 m/sec (S)

Saturday, Mar 25

Expect a temp in the range 6℃ to 6.8℃ with wind speed 8.4 m/sec (S)

Sunday, Mar 26

Expect a temp in the range 4.8℃ to 5.4℃ with wind speed 6.4 m/sec (NE)

Monday, Mar 27

Expect a temp in the range 0.1℃ to 1.1℃ with wind speed 7.3 m/sec (WNW)

Tuesday, Mar 28

Expect a temp in the range 1.9℃ to 2.7℃ with wind speed 3.6 m/sec (WSW)

Wednesday, Mar 29

Expect a temp in the range 2.8℃ to 3.6℃ with wind speed 4.4 m/sec (SSE)

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

Whitley Bay Beach Tide Times

Tide times are available at around 600 locations and the closest location to Whitley Bay Beach is at RIVER TYNE (NORTH SHIELDS) 5.32 km (3.31 miles) away. Tides are displayed beneath for up to 7 days and we list both high and low water times along with the height. These times are not adjusted for BST.

Thu 23 Mar
   High Tide at 04:24 (Height 5.18m)
   Low Tide at 10:37 (Height 0.58m)
   High Tide at 16:28 (Height 5.46m)
   Low Tide at 23:08 (Height 0.22m)

Fri 24 Mar
   High Tide at 05:02 (Height 5.08m)
   Low Tide at 11:14 (Height 0.63m)
   High Tide at 17:08 (Height 5.34m)
   Low Tide at 23:43 (Height 0.47m)

Sat 25 Mar
   High Tide at 05:39 (Height 4.90m)
   Low Tide at 11:50 (Height 0.80m)
   High Tide at 17:50 (Height 5.11m)

Sun 26 Mar
   Low Tide at 00:17 (Height 0.83m)
   High Tide at 06:18 (Height 4.68m)
   Low Tide at 12:25 (Height 1.04m)
   High Tide at 18:33 (Height 4.78m)

Mon 27 Mar
   Low Tide at 00:51 (Height 1.24m)
   High Tide at 06:57 (Height 4.42m)
   Low Tide at 13:05 (Height 1.34m)
   High Tide at 19:21 (Height 4.41m)

Tue 28 Mar
   Low Tide at 01:28 (Height 1.67m)
   High Tide at 07:42 (Height 4.14m)
   Low Tide at 13:52 (Height 1.67m)
   High Tide at 20:19 (Height 4.03m)

Wed 29 Mar
   Low Tide at 02:16 (Height 2.07m)
   High Tide at 08:40 (Height 3.88m)
   Low Tide at 15:01 (Height 1.96m)
   High Tide at 21:33 (Height 3.73m)