Surf Forecasts:
Doolin Point surf forecast from 13 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 14 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 10s period, W swell with offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 14 Jul, 10AM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 10s period, W swell with 51 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 14 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 1.5ft (0.5m), 10s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Doolin Point this week:
The surf forecast for Doolin Point over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.5m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 18s. The wind is predicted to be offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Doolin Point in the next 16 days are 0.5m 10s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Jul 14) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Monday (Jul 13) at 7PM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Tue 14th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 10AM (Tue 14th Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) 10s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Doolin Point over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, Rusty here again. Let’s break down the same outlook but in feet and Fahrenheit for the crew who think in those numbers.
It’s a grim start, no two ways about it. From now until the 24th of July, there’s almost nothing to ride. We’re talking tiny swells of 0.7ft to 2ft, with short periods and weak energy – the combined energy readings are mostly in the teens or twenties, with a few days in the 60s or 70s. That’s flat spell territory. The wind is often cross-off or offshore, which is a good sign for clean conditions, but with no swell to speak of, it’s all for nothing. A couple of afternoons, like Tuesday the 14th, show a little offshore breeze and a 2ft swell, but it’s too small to get worked up about.
The water is sitting at 61°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – nothing crazy, but it’s a nice little comfort.
The only real standout is Saturday the 25th of July. That’s when we finally get a proper pulse. The combined energy hits 633, which is strong. The swell is 6ft from the WSW, with a 10-second period – that’s a decent groundswell. The problem is the wind. Saturday morning is onshore from the W at 9 mph, and the afternoon is cross-onshore from the WSW at 16 mph, making it choppy. The surf is still listed as "poor surf conditions," but with that size and energy, it’s the only chance to get a wave. For Doolin Point, an expert reef break, that 6ft swell is doable for the experienced crew. It’s not for beginners though – over 5ft, it gets a bit hairy.
After that, the 26th and 27th offer similar size but with messy onshore winds and lumpy conditions. The swell energy stays moderate to strong (195 to 205), but the wind is just not cooperating.
So, the bottom line: mark your calendar for the 25th of July. It’s not perfect, but it’s the only real window of opportunity. The rest of the forecast is a flat spell or a wind-blown mess. This spot is fairly consistent, so it can turn on quickly, but for now, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 4mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 26°C on Wed afternoon, min 15°C on Mon night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 25°C on Thu afternoon, min 15°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 13 | Tuesday 14 | Wednesday 15 | Thursday 16 | Friday 17 | Saturday 18 | Sunday 19 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 14 | W 12 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 8 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 9 | W 9 | W 12 | W 11 |
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 kJ | 15 | 26 | 39 | 51 | 50 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 11 | 21 |
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Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | glassy | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | on | cross-off |
High Tide | 5:10PM4.34m | 5:45AM4.22m | 6:02PM4.56m | 6:38AM4.35m | 6:51PM4.69m | 7:26AM4.39m | 7:38PM4.72m | 8:13AM4.34m | 8:23PM4.61m | 8:58AM4.20m | 9:08PM4.40m | 9:43AM4.01m | 9:53PM4.11m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 10:54AM0.57m | 11:27PM0.21m | 11:45AM0.39m | 00:17AM-0.02m | 12:32PM0.29m | 1:04AM-0.14m | 1:17PM0.27m | 1:49AM-0.13m | 2:02PM0.35m | 2:33AM0.01m | 2:45PM0.51m | 3:17AM0.25m | 3:30PM0.75m | ||||||||
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 | 5:26 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:28 | — | — | 5:30 | — | — | 5:31 | — | — | 5:33 | — | — | 5:33 | — | — |
 | — | — | 9:58 | — | — | 9:57 | — | — | 9:55 | — | — | 9:54 | — | — | 9:53 | — | — | 9:52 | — | — | 9:52 |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 3 | — | 4 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 23 | 23 | 17 | 22 | 24 | 19 | 24 | 26 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 19 | 19 |
Feels °C | 20 | 19 | 13 | 18 | 20 | 16 | 22 | 24 | 22 | 23 | 26 | 23 | 20 | 21 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 17 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WNW 7 | W 12 | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 8 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | NW 4 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 |
| kJ | 5 | 26 | 39 | 51 | 50 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 24 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 11 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 8 | W 8 | W 7 | W 7 | SW 18 | W 14 | SW 16 | SW 16 | W 16 | SW 14 | SW 14 | SW 15 | SW 14 | NW 10 | NW 4 | WNW 8 | WNW 7 | W 7 | W 9 | W 8 | W 11 |
| kJ | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 12 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 21 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 14 | NW 7 | WNW 9 | SW 18 | — | — | W 11 | — | — | — | — | — | W 11 | W 13 | WNW 9 | — | — | W 9 | — | W 12 | NW 6 |
| kJ | 15 | 2 | 8 | 12 | — | — | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | 2 | 3 | 8 | — | — | 7 | — | 11 | 1 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | ENE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | ENE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | NE 3 | — | — | NE 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | NW 4 | — | — | — | WNW 3 |
| kJ | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | 1 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 123 | 104 | 9 | 11 | 0 | 104 | 104 | 104 | 109 | 104 | 109 | 104 | 123 | 612 | 59 | 59 | 542 | 542 | 542 | 117 | 59 |
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