Banna Strand Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.35° N 9.84° W

Banna Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Banna Strand sea temperature is
17.4°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 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 3ft (0.9m), 12s period, NW swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 4PM (local time) - 6.5ft (2.0m), 7s period, NW swell with 389 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.4m), 13s 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 Monday (Aug 24) at 4AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.4m and 13s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 10s. 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 2.0m 7s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 4PM. 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 7s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 4AM (Mon 24th Aug)1.5ft (0.4m) 13s
Best Surf 7AM (Mon 24th Aug)3ft (0.9m) 12s
Most Powerful 4PM (Fri 28th Aug)6.5ft (2.0m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, surfers, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Banna Strand.

First up, the water is sitting at 63°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. Not a bad start. But let’s be real, the next few days are a bit of a write-off. We’ve got a long flat spell kicking off the outlook. Monday the 24th through to the end of the month is mostly a bust. You’ll see tiny, knee-high dribbles on Monday morning, maybe 4ft from the NW, but with a rating that low, it’s not worth the wet suit. There’s a brief window Monday afternoon with 4ft and a light offshore breeze that’ll keep it tidy, but the energy is only moderate (376) and the swell is short-period. It’s surfable, but nothing to get excited about.

After that, it’s a long stretch of poor conditions. Most of the week is plagued by onshore winds, messy chop, and very weak swell. A few days in early September see a bump in size, but the wind is junk. By Friday the 4th, onshore winds are hammering a 6ft swell, and it’s just a mess.

Now, the real standout is a solid week and a half away. On Sunday, September 6th, the forecast is showing a massive 13ft groundswell from the WNW with a very long 11-second period. The energy is a monster (3653), and the wind is light offshore from the east. That’s a recipe for perfection... but only if you’re an expert. 13ft is way too big for anyone but the most experienced. The break is likely to be a close-out at a sandbar, so keep that in mind. It’s a true beast.

Then, on Monday, September 7th, the swell drops to a still-chunky 8ft from the NW, with a long 11-second period. The wind is light and cross-offshore from the SSE, keeping it clean. The energy is very strong (1729) and the conditions are described as excellent for experienced surfers. This is your best bet. The crowd here is often, so expect company, but for a solid, powerful wave, this is the one to aim for.

So, to sum it up: the first week is a washout. The second week holds a massive swell that’s only for the brave, and the real sweet spot looks like Monday the 7th. Keep your eyes on that one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 12mm), heaviest on Tue night. Warm (max 20°C on Mon afternoon, min 11°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Wed night. Warm (max 20°C on Thu afternoon, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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19
308
365
284
168
123
61
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27
156
166
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76
305
389
218
56
37
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Wind (km/h)
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NNW
5
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ESE
10
SSE
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SSW
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High Tide
3:33AM2.90m
3:48PM3.21m
4:19AM3.14m
4:29PM3.47m
4:57AM3.37m
5:05PM3.72m
5:30AM3.59m
5:37PM3.93m
6:02AM3.77m
6:09PM4.07m
6:33AM3.90m
6:41PM4.14m
Low Tide
9:24PM1.30m
9:36AM1.33m
10:09PM1.03m
10:18AM1.08m
10:46PM0.76m
10:52AM0.83m
11:18PM0.50m
11:24AM0.61m
11:48PM0.28m
11:55AM0.44m
00:18AM0.13m
12:26PM0.33m
00:48AM0.06m
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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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