
Surf Forecasts:
Banna Strand surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 25 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 11s period, WNW swell with 1,054 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Banna Strand this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Banna Strand in the next 16 days are 2.1m 11s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Jul 25) 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 1.1m 6s period and expected on Tuesday (Jul 21) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Sat 25th Jul) | 7ft (2.1m) 11s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Banna Strand over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for Banna Strand over the next couple of weeks.
Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – it's a bit of a slow start. We're looking at a long stretch of pretty average to poor conditions through the end of July and into the start of August. The first few days are tiny, with weak, short-period leftovers and messy winds. You'll be sitting there for a long time for a dribble, so don't waste your petrol. The combined energy is barely a whisper, with values around 12 (light cross-shore with small crossing wind ripples) to 88 (poor surf conditions) for the first week. It's a frustrating watch, but that's the way it goes sometimes.
The only real glimmer of hope in this entire 16-day window comes right at the tail end of the month. On the morning of Thursday, 30 July, we finally get a little pulse of life. The swell is expected to come in at 6 ft from the WNW, with a period of 11 seconds – that's a proper groundswell, with some energy behind it. The combined energy jumps to 745 (moderate wave energy), which is a big step up from the previous days. The real kicker? The wind is set to be light and offshore from the East, with a "Slight air" and clean conditions. That's a rare and welcome setup for Banna Strand; it should clean the lines right up. This is easily the standout of the outlook, and it's the only time you'll see "expect very good surf conditions" mentioned. The water is already much warmer than what's normal for this time of year, sitting at 64° with a 4° anomaly, so you won't need a thick steamer.
The next morning, Friday, 31 July, also looks promising. The swell drops a notch to 4 ft, but it's still from the WNW, and the wind goes glassy – a dead flat calm from the North. That's a major positive, as it'll be clean as a whistle. The energy is moderate at 226, so you'll still get a few workable ones. It's a good option for a quieter session if you missed the Thursday morning window.
After that, it's a return to the same story. The wind swings onshore again, the swell drops off, and the quality plummets. We're looking at poor surf conditions right through the first week of August. The energy fades and the wind becomes a consistent problem. Honestly, for a spot that's exposed to the west, it's a shame the wind isn't playing ball.
So, there you have it. A long, quiet wait, but Thursday morning, 30 July is the clear winner. If you can get down there, it's your best shot. The Friday morning glass-off is a solid backup. Otherwise, it's a waiting game. Forecasts can change, but right now, it's a pretty blank run for Banna Strand.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 5-7 Weather SummaryModerate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Sat morning. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu afternoon, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | |||||||||||||||||||
Mon 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | ||||||||||||||
PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | NNW 6 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | NNW 6 | WNW 12 | NW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 10 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
Wave Graph | ||||||||||||||||||||
56 | 50 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 101 | 114 | 260 | 1054 | 998 | 756 | 584 | 643 | 548 | |
Wind (km/h) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross-off | cross | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on |
High Tide | 10:27PM3.48m | 11:02AM3.27m | 11:19PM3.18m | 11:55AM3.10m | 00:20AM2.95m | 12:58PM3.00m | 1:32AM2.84m | 2:08PM3.00m | 2:47AM2.87m | 3:13PM3.10m | 3:50AM3.00m | 4:07PM3.28m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:06PM0.93m | 4:37AM0.83m | 5:01PM1.16m | 5:30AM1.12m | 6:08PM1.34m | 6:37AM1.34m | 7:26PM1.41m | 7:51AM1.42m | 8:40PM1.35m | 8:58AM1.38m | 9:38PM1.20m | 9:52AM1.24m | 10:25PM1.01m | |||||||
— | — | 5:41 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:46 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | |
— | 9:49 | — | — | 9:47 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:44 | — | — | 9:42 | — | — | 9:40 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 4 | 4 | 2 | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
Feels °C | 13 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 10 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | W 9 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | NNW 5 | NNW 5 | NNW 6 | W 8 | W 8 | NW 9 | WNW 8 | NW 10 | WNW 11 | NW 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 9 | — | WNW 9 |
56 | 60 | 25 | 27 | 68 | 28 | 26 | 31 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 101 | 114 | 260 | 1054 | 998 | 756 | 584 | — | 548 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | W 10 | W 10 | — | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | — | NNW 6 | W 8 | — | W 8 | — | — | — | — | — | N 10 |
1 | 50 | 30 | — | 27 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | — | 3 | 5 | — | 33 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 18 | — | NNW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
6 | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | — | — | NNW 6 | — | — | — | — | — | NNW 6 | NNW 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | WNW 9 | — |
25 | — | — | 29 | — | — | — | — | — | 14 | 5 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 643 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | ||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 670 | 15 | 32 | 399 | 15 | 15 | 353 | 20 | 375 | 383 | 218 | 50 | 372 | 23 | 381 | 814 | 575 | 459 | 575 | 575 |
Best forecast wave conditions in Kerry | ||||||||||||||||||||
Best forecast wave conditions in Ireland | ||||||||||||||||||||
Header Global | ||||||||||||||||||||
- Map Icons:
Break
Live Wave Height (m)
Live Wind Speed (km/h)
Surf Rating (10 Max)
Ocean Swells (m)
Wind Speed (km/h)
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.










