Inch Reefs Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.14° N 10.00° W

Inch Reefs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 05 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inch Reefs sea temperature is
17.6° C
1.6° 

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


Inch Reefs surf forecast from 5 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period, W swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Wednesday 12 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 9s period, SW swell with 503 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 8s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Inch Reefs this week:

The surf forecast for Inch Reefs over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be glassy as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Inch Reefs in the next 16 days are 1.8m 9s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.7m 10s period and expected on Friday (Aug 07) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Sun 9th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 8s
Best Surf10PM (Sun 9th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 8s
Most Powerful 4AM (Wed 12th Aug)6ft (1.8m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s cookin’ for Inch Reefs over the next couple of weeks.

The short story is, it’s pretty quiet for paddle surfing for a long stretch. We’ve got a real dry spell on our hands. The first real glimmer of anything worth paddling out for doesn’t show up until Monday morning, the 10th of August, and even then, it’s barely a whisper. After that, there’s a pulse of energy that builds towards the middle of the second week, but the wind just won’t play nice.

Let’s break it down. From now until Sunday the 9th, it’s flat and messy. Tiny waves, cross-shore breezes, and a whole lot of nothing. The water temp is sitting at 64°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, but that’s about the only thing going for it.

Monday the 10th, we finally get a little pulse. Early morning brings a glassy, clean surface with a tiny 3ft swell from the WNW. The energy is weak, only about 104, but those glassy conditions are a rare treat. The period is a middling 8 seconds, so it’s not going to have much punch. It’s a tiny window, but if you’re desperate for a paddle, that Monday morning glass-off is your only real shot.

The rest of that week and into the next is a tough watch. The swell does pick up – we see a 5ft SW swell on Wednesday the 12th with a combined energy of 408, and a 4ft swell hangs around for a few days. But the wind is always cross-on or onshore, chopping it all up. It’s frustrating because there’s energy in the water, but the quality is just poor.

The one standout in this whole 16-day window is Friday morning, the 14th of August. We’ve got a clean 4ft W swell, with a period of 8 seconds. The combined energy is a solid 202, so there’s some push. And the wind is glassy. That’s the word. Glassy. For a point break like Inch Reefs, that’s as good as it gets. The swell direction is W, which is a bit off their optimum SW, but when it’s that clean, you take it. Keep in mind, this spot can get crowded sometimes, so get there early.

After that, the weekend of the 15th and 16th falls apart again, and the following week looks like a windy mess. A 6ft swell on the 20th of August with a 7-second period and a fresh cross-onshore wind is just a washing machine. That’s more of a kiteboarding day than a surf day at a beach-and-reef setup like this.

So, bottom line: the best of the bunch is that Friday morning, the 14th. It’s a long way out, so don’t book the day off work yet, but it’s the one to watch. For everything else, keep your expectations low.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 19°C on Sat morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Sat night. Warm (max 22°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Sun 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
10:04PM2.89m
10:41AM2.80m
11:08PM2.73m
11:50AM2.72m
00:29AM2.66m
1:11PM2.74m
1:55AM2.73m
2:29PM2.91m
3:10AM2.92m
3:34PM3.16m
4:10AM3.16m
4:28PM3.42m
Low Tide
4:08AM0.74m
4:40PM0.92m
5:16AM0.90m
6:01PM0.99m
6:41AM0.97m
7:32PM0.91m
8:06AM0.89m
8:49PM0.68m
9:14AM0.69m
9:49PM0.39m
10:10AM0.48m
10:41PM0.13m
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Information about the Inch Reefs Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Inch Reefs provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Inch Reefs can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Inch Reefs 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 (Inch Reefs) 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 Inch Reefs 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 Inch Reefs, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Kerry, consider staying in Fenit which is 18 km (11 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 24 km (15 miles) away, Valentia, Bantry and Foynes.

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