Banna Strand Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.35° N 9.84° W

Banna Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 29 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Banna Strand sea temperature is
17.3° C
1.5° 

Banna Strand surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Banna Strand surf forecast from 29 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 2 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 7s period, NW swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 30 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 8s period, WNW swell with 183 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 2 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 7s period with NW swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Banna Strand this week:

The surf forecast for Banna Strand over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 02) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 8s. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Banna Strand in the next 16 days are 1.2m 8s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Jul 30) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 8s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 02) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Sun 2nd Aug)2ft (0.6m) 7s
Best Surf 1AM (Sun 2nd Aug)2ft (0.6m) 7s
Most Powerful10AM (Thu 30th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 8s

Table - best surf conditions forecast for Banna Strand over the next 16 days.


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s break down what’s happening at Banna Strand over the next couple of weeks. I’ll be honest – this is a slow start, so don’t get your hopes up for the first few days.

We’re looking at Wednesday the 29th of July, and it’s a total dud. Swell is small, around 4ft, but it’s coming from the WNW with a short, weak period of only 8 seconds. The wind is blowing cross-onshore or onshore, making it choppy and messy. The wave energy is weak, maxing out around 183 (moderate), but the quality is just poor. Thursday and Friday are the same story – small, weak, and onshore. Not worth paddling out.

From Saturday the 1st of August through to the 6th of August, it goes flat. Swell heights drop to 3ft and then down to 0.7ft, with energy readings falling to single digits (down to 5). The wind does go offshore or cross-off on a few mornings, giving you clean, glassy water, but there’s absolutely no wave to ride. That’s a long stretch of about 5 days with nothing.

Then, things get wild. On Friday the 7th of August, a big WNW swell hits, pushing 12ft with a 10-second period. The combined energy is a massive 1939 (strong, very strong). That’s a lot of water, but here’s the thing: at Banna Strand, a west-facing sandbar, that size is too big for most. This is expert-only territory, and it’ll be a bumpy ride with a gentle cross-onshore wind. Not a beginner’s session.

The real standout – and the one I’d mark on the calendar – is Saturday the 8th of August. The swell drops to a more manageable 7ft, still from the west, with an 8-second period. The wind swings offshore from the ESE at 15 mph, making it clean. The energy is still strong at 675, and the waves will have some punch. This is the best window for competent intermediate surfers. The morning is the pick, with that offshore wind holding. Crowds are "often" here, so expect company, but the quality should be worth it.

Sunday the 9th of August is also a beauty. The swell is 7ft, from the WNW, with a 10-second period, and the wind goes glassy in the afternoon (E at 3 mph). That’s a clean, lined-up swell with moderate energy (870). This is a classic day for Banna – not too big, not too small, and smooth as butter. The water temperature is a touch warmer than normal at 63° (anomaly 3°), so it’s pleasant for the time of year.

After that, the surf fades again. Monday the 10th of August has a quick drop to 3ft, then it’s back to flat, small, and weak for the rest of the forecast. The 16-day window ends with tiny waves and no energy.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a dud, then a big pulse on the 7th is for experts only, but the 8th (Saturday) and especially the 9th (Sunday) are the standouts. If you can wait, that’s your window. The setup is a sandbar, so with a long-period groundswell like that 10-second WNW, it might break a bit straight, but with glassy conditions, it’ll still be fun. Don’t hold your breath for the second week – it’s back to flat.

Rusty out.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 3mm), mostly falling on Wed morning. Very mild (max 18°C on Wed morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Wednesday
29
Thursday
30
Friday
31
Saturday
1
Sunday
2
Monday
3
Tuesday
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Direction
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WNW
8
1.2
WNW
8
1
WNW
8
1.2
WNW
8
1.2
WNW
7
1.3
WNW
7
1.1
WNW
7
1.1
WNW
7
0.9
WNW
7
0.8
WNW
6
0.7
NW
6
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7
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WSW
10
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10
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9
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SW
8
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SW
8
0.3
NNW
9
0.2
W
9
0.2
WNW
7
0.3
NW
7
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
167
168
120
183
157
142
113
105
68
51
42
38
32
17
16
11
11
0
6
5
8
Wind (km/h)
20
SW
15
WNW
15
W
20
NW
20
NW
10
WSW
15
WSW
20
W
10
W
10
W
10
NW
5
NE
5
E
10
NW
0
E
10
ENE
15
NNE
10
SE
15
NE
15
NNE
15
NE
Wind State
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on
on
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cross-on
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High Tide
6:04PM3.83m
6:29AM3.61m
6:38PM3.94m
7:03AM3.68m
7:10PM3.99m
7:36AM3.71m
7:43PM3.97m
8:09AM3.70m
8:17PM3.89m
8:45AM3.65m
8:53PM3.76m
9:23AM3.56m
9:35PM3.58m
Low Tide
11:48AM0.73m
00:15AM0.45m
12:20PM0.61m
00:47AM0.33m
12:52PM0.54m
1:18AM0.27m
1:24PM0.52m
1:50AM0.28m
1:57PM0.56m
2:22AM0.34m
2:33PM0.64m
2:57AM0.46m
3:12PM0.78m
3:38AM0.64m
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9:36
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Banna Strand Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Banna Strand provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Banna Strand can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Banna Strand surf forecast is unique since it includes wave energy (power) that defines the real feel of the surf rather than just the height or the period. If you surf the same spot (Banna Strand) regularly then make a mental note of the wave energy from the surf forecast table each time you go. Very soon you may start to choose your surf days based on the wave energy alone combined with our forecast of favourable offshore wind conditions. Our star ratings will help here and of course you will also find the usual wave height and period predictions on our surf forecasts as well as a full break down of the swell components under our advanced users option (to reveal that, click the little Einstein character under the tide times).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Banna Strand may be found under the help tab on the top menu and also by moving your mouse over the question marks on the surf forecast table itself. Please always bear in mind that the forecast is for near-shore open water and local factors at each surf break influence the actual breaking wave height, such as the beach / reef profile, water depths offshore and shelter.

Are you planning a holiday in Kerry? If you are looking for accommodation near Banna Strand, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Kerry, consider staying in Fenit which is 8 km (5 miles) away. Other places in and around Kerry where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Tra Li which is 13 km (8 miles) away, Valentia, Foynes and Shannon.

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