Surf Forecasts:
Banna Strand surf forecast from 30 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Thursday 3 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 20ft (6.0m), 14s period, WNW swell with 12,461 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 6 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 5.5ft (1.7m), 8s period with W 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 (Sep 06) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.7m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Banna Strand in the next 16 days are 6.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 03) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.4m 7s period and expected on Monday (Aug 31) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Best Surf | 1AM (Sun 6th Sep) | 5.5ft (1.7m) 8s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Thu 3rd Sep) | 20ft (6.0m) 14s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Banna Strand over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here, let's talk about what's on the menu for Banna Strand over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, it's a bit of a slow start. The first few days have some swell, but the wind is just a mess – cross-on and onshore, keeping things choppy and messy. We're not seeing any decent waves until the second week of the forecast. The water is sitting at a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, around 64°F.
We've got a few days of nothing recommended from the end of August right through the start of September. The wind is set to swing around on Monday, September 7th, and that's where the real interest starts. For the morning, we've got a glassy session on the cards with a light easterly. The swell is 6 ft from the west, with a clean 10-second period. The combined energy is moderate (668). It's a consistent sandbar, so it should hold that shape well. This is the standout window – clean, offshore winds are a major positive, and the waves will be a fun size for intermediates. Crowds are possible here, so get in early.
The following afternoon, Tuesday September 8th, sees a drop in size to 2 ft from the west, but with a clean cross-offshore breeze from the southeast. The energy is weak (88), but it'll be a nice, clean session for a longboard or a foamie.
Now, there's a massive pulse of swell coming through on Thursday, September 3rd, but it's a monster. We're talking 13 ft from the west-northwest with a very long period of 13 seconds. The energy is extreme (4861). That is pure, raw power. For a beach break like Banna, that's going to be a washing machine. It's a "big wave" flag for experts only, and even then, the onshore wind will likely make it a close-out. This is more kite-surfing territory than paddle-surfing.
Later in the second week, around Thursday, September 10th, we get another good swell, 10 ft from the west-southwest, but the guidance says it's too big for this break. The combined energy is strong (1261). The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the southeast in the morning, but the size is the problem. It's a similar story on Friday, September 11th, with an 8 ft swell from the west-northwest and a very long 13-second period, making it a big, powerful groundswell that will be tough to handle on a beach break.
So, the one to circle on the calendar is Monday, September 7th. It's the cleanest, most accessible surf in the whole run. Get on it. After that, the swell is either too big, too small, or the wind is on it.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Sat night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSW on Sat night, fresh winds from the NW by Sun night). | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Tue night. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed afternoon, min 14°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSW on Tue afternoon, fresh winds from the W by Thu morning). | |||||||||||||||||||
Sat 29 | Sunday 30 | Monday 31 | Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 4 | WSW 8 | W 10 | W 9 | WNW 7 | W 10 | W 10 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WSW 8 | W 8 | W 9 | W 10 | WNW 12 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
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10 | 118 | 354 | 318 | 639 | 371 | 305 | 255 | 201 | 202 | 136 | 449 | 493 | 627 | 2956 | 7500 | 9030 | 3959 | 2034 | 832 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | on | on | on | cross |
High Tide | 6:41PM4.14m | 7:05AM3.97m | 7:14PM4.14m | 7:38AM3.96m | 7:49PM4.05m | 8:13AM3.88m | 8:27PM3.88m | 8:52AM3.73m | 9:10PM3.64m | 9:37AM3.52m | 10:03PM3.35m | 10:35AM3.29m | 11:14PM3.09m | |||||||
Low Tide | 00:48AM0.06m | 12:58PM0.28m | 1:19AM0.08m | 1:31PM0.31m | 1:52AM0.18m | 2:07PM0.42m | 2:28AM0.38m | 2:47PM0.60m | 3:09AM0.66m | 3:34PM0.85m | 4:00AM0.98m | 4:39PM1.11m | ||||||||
— | — | 6:46 | — | — | 6:47 | — | — | 6:48 | — | — | 6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | |
8:35 | — | — | 8:31 | — | — | 8:30 | — | — | 8:28 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | |
mm | — | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 1 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 |
Feels °C | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 16 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 8 | WSW 8 | W 10 | W 9 | — | NW 7 | W 10 | NNW 7 | W 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | N 11 | — | — | — | WNW 11 | WNW 10 |
6 | 118 | 354 | 318 | — | 188 | 305 | 29 | 201 | 202 | 136 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 2 | — | — | — | 2034 | 832 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NW 6 | NNW 7 | N 7 | N 6 | — | W 10 | NNW 7 | — | NNW 7 | N 6 | W 16 | N 8 | N 8 | N 8 | — | — | — | — | — | SW 14 |
2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | — | 371 | 99 | — | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 10 | N 6 | NNW 6 | NW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | W 18 | — | — | — | N 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 4 | — | — | — | WNW 7 | — | — | W 8 | — | — | WSW 7 | WSW 8 | W 8 | W 9 | W 10 | WNW 12 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | — | — |
10 | — | — | — | 639 | — | — | 255 | — | — | 124 | 449 | 493 | 627 | 2956 | 7500 | 9030 | 3959 | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 169 | 19 | 19 | 220 | 350 | 575 | 15 | 218 | 19 | 42 | 23 | 1035 | 381 | 585 | 886 | 575 | 575 | 644 | 359 | 15 |
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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.











