
Surf Forecasts:
Inch Reefs surf forecast from 20 Jul 2026:
- Best quality surf: Monday 20 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Monday 20 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s period, W swell with 82 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 20 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 2ft (0.6m), 11s 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 Monday (Jul 20) at 1PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.6m and 11s period with a secondary swell of 0.1m and 7s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Inch Reefs in the next 16 days are 0.6m 11s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 20) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 11s period and expected on Saturday (Jul 25) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 1PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Best Surf | 1PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
| Most Powerful | 1PM (Mon 20th Jul) | 2ft (0.6m) 11s |
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.
Honestly, I gotta be straight with you – this stretch is looking pretty flat and sad. The first solid week, from Monday the 20th of July right through to the end of the month, is basically a write-off. We’re talking tiny, weak dribbles, with swell heights barely scraping 2 feet and combined energy levels that are pathetic – mostly under 100 (like 84 or 94). The water temperature is sitting at 64°, which is a full 4° warmer than usual for this time of year – that’s notable, you’ll feel it, but it’s not gonna make up for the lack of waves.
The only flicker of something surfable is on Monday morning the 20th of July. Inch Reefs is a point break, exposed to SW swell, and the best swell direction is SW. We’ve got a small 2 foot swell from the W, with a period of 11 seconds – that’s a long period groundswell, so it’ll have some shape and energy behind it, but it’s tiny. Combined energy is a weak 84. The wind is NNE at 6 mph, cross-off, so it’ll be clean. This is surfable, but very ordinary. It’s the best we’ve got, and it’s not saying much. Crowds are possible here, so you might see a few others out.
After that, it’s a long, grim gap of nothing from Tuesday the 21st of July all the way through to Friday the 31st of July. We’re looking at swell heights that drop to 0.3 feet or even zero, with combined energy in the single digits or teens. Not worth paddling for.
Finally, around Saturday the 1st of August, we see a tiny bump – 2 feet from the W, but the wind is straight onshore from the SW at 6 to 9 mph. That’s messy, onshore slop, combined energy still only in the 80s. Not a stand-out.
Then, on Tuesday the 4th of August, we get the best of the whole outlook. Inch Reefs will see a 3 foot swell from the W, with a period of 7 seconds – that’s short period, so it’ll be a bit lumpy, but the wind is light N at 6 mph, cross-off, so it’ll be clean. Combined energy hits 118 – that’s moderate energy, the highest we see. It’s still not a classic, but it’s the most promising day. Again, crowds are possible.
So, bottom line: the only true stand-out is Tuesday the 4th of August for a small, clean wave. Everything else is a long wait for very little. If you’re desperate, get in the water on Monday the 20th of July morning, but don’t expect much.
Stay patient, Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon morning, min 11°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 2mm), mostly falling on Fri night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 20 | Tuesday 21 | Wednesday 22 | Thursday 23 | Friday 24 | Saturday 25 | Sunday 26 | |||||||||||||||
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | W 8 | SW 13 | SW 12 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 16 | SW 16 | S 12 |
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82 | 80 | 48 | 46 | 44 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 13 | 22 | 22 | 12 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 3 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | off | off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | on | cross-on | cross-off | cross-off | cross | cross | cross-on |
High Tide | 10:07PM2.97m | 10:42AM2.80m | 11:00PM2.73m | 11:36AM2.64m | 00:02AM2.54m | 12:39PM2.54m | 1:14AM2.45m | 1:48PM2.54m | 2:26AM2.47m | 2:52PM2.62m | 3:26AM2.58m | 3:44PM2.76m | |||||||||
Low Tide | 3:46PM0.78m | 4:16AM0.71m | 4:40PM0.97m | 5:10AM0.94m | 5:45PM1.11m | 6:15AM1.11m | 7:00PM1.17m | 7:28AM1.17m | 8:12PM1.12m | 8:34AM1.12m | 9:10PM1.00m | 9:27AM1.01m | 9:58PM0.84m | ||||||||
5:41 | — | — | 5:43 | — | — | 5:45 | — | — | 5:47 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:48 | — | — | 5:50 | — | — | |
— | — | 9:47 | — | — | 9:46 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:45 | — | — | 9:43 | — | — | 9:42 | — | — | 9:39 | |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 16 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NNW 6 | W 10 | NNW 6 | NNW 6 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | N 6 | W 8 | W 8 | NW 10 | NW 9 | SW 13 | SW 12 | NW 10 | SW 12 | NW 9 | WNW 9 | WNW 9 |
47 | 80 | 49 | 31 | 44 | 27 | 25 | 25 | 13 | 23 | 22 | 12 | 213 | 189 | 7 | 6 | 1539 | 6 | 653 | 459 | 405 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 11 | SW 18 | W 10 | W 10 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 16 | SW 15 | SW 14 | W 8 | SW 14 | NNW 6 | W 8 | W 8 | — | — | SW 12 | — | SW 12 | SW 12 | N 12 |
82 | 12 | 48 | 46 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 22 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 5 | — | — | 6 | — | 5 | 6 | 43 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 8 | SW 7 | SW 18 | NNW 7 | S 11 | S 11 | S 11 | S 10 | — | SW 14 | — | NW 12 | SW 13 | SW 13 | — | — | — | — | S 16 | SW 16 | S 12 |
2 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | — | 8 | — | 6 | 7 | 7 | — | — | — | — | 5 | 11 | 3 | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | NE 3 | N 5 | NNE 6 | NE 3 | NNW 6 | N 6 | N 6 | NNW 5 | N 5 | — | N 6 | NNW 3 | — | — | NW 10 | WNW 11 | — | NW 10 | — | — | — |
4 | 47 | 33 | 2 | 56 | 151 | 62 | 47 | 55 | — | 18 | 2 | — | — | 424 | 1521 | — | 1126 | — | — | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 0 | 1062 | 0 | 7 | 394 | 17 | 16 | 378 | 519 | 356 | 984 | 250 | 250 | 2061 | 15 | 840 | 1459 | 98 | 283 | 378 | 243 |
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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.










