Bundoran Surf Break

Lat Long: 54.48° N 8.29° W

Bundoran Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 10 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Bundoran sea temperature is
16.3° C
1.4° 

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


Bundoran surf forecast from 10 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 11 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 11s period, W swell with offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Saturday 15 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 8s period, WNW swell with 235 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 11 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 11s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Bundoran this week:

The surf forecast for Bundoran over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Bundoran in the next 16 days are 1.3m 8s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Aug 15) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 2s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Tue 11th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 11s
Best Surf10PM (Tue 11th Aug)1.5ft (0.5m) 11s
Most Powerful 4AM (Sat 15th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 8s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here, let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Bundoran.

If you’re itching to paddle out this week, you’ll need some patience. The next good window isn’t for a while. We’ve got a big dry spell coming up – from now until around the 20th of August, the surf is mostly just small and messy, with onshore winds and no real energy. There’s a few cleaner moments, but the waves are tiny – under 3ft – and not worth getting wet for unless you just need to float.

The first real glimmer comes on the 20th of August in the morning. We’re starting to see a solid pulse of swell come in – 5ft from the west, with a good 10-second period. Combined energy is ramping up at 509, so the ocean has some push. The wind is light and variable, making for glassy conditions. This is a promising start, but the tide and shape might still be a bit average – it’s on the cusp. For the experienced crew, it could be worth a look.

The standout, without a doubt, is the 25th of August – Tuesday morning. This is the one to circle on the calendar. Bundoran is firing with a solid 7ft swell from the west, long 10-second intervals, and the combined energy is through the roof at 834. Wind is glassy – absolutely dead calm. That means clean, lined-up waves with proper power. This is big enough to be only for the confident surfer (over 5ft), but if you’re up for it, this is the session of the forecast. Expect good, strong surf.

Before that, the 21st of August Friday morning also shows a clean 5ft swell from the west, with light offshore winds from the SSE. Energy is moderate at 449. The water’s about a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 61 degrees, so you won’t need a thick suit.

Overall, it’s a slow start but the second week builds into something special. The 25th is the real winner – glassy, strong, and clean.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Thu morning. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 12°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 15mm), heaviest on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 22°C on Thu afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
4:47PM3.21m
5:18AM3.00m
5:40PM3.53m
6:09AM3.16m
6:27PM3.79m
6:54AM3.27m
7:10PM3.94m
7:36AM3.31m
7:51PM3.96m
8:15AM3.28m
8:31PM3.84m
8:53AM3.20m
9:09PM3.61m
Low Tide
11:06PM0.45m
11:15AM0.42m
11:58PM0.17m
12:02PM0.20m
00:44AM-0.03m
12:44PM0.05m
1:26AM-0.13m
1:25PM-0.01m
2:05AM-0.11m
2:04PM0.03m
2:42AM0.01m
2:42PM0.16m
3:18AM0.22m
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Information about the Bundoran Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Bundoran provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Bundoran can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Bundoran 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 (Bundoran) 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 Bundoran 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.

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