Inch Reefs Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.14° N 10.00° W

Inch Reefs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 05 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inch Reefs sea temperature is
17.2°C
1.5° 

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 6 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 7 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with cross-onshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 7 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period, WSW swell with 3,137 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 7 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 14s period with WSW 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 (Sep 07) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 14s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-onshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Inch Reefs in the next 16 days are 3.0m 14s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Sep 07) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 4.0m 11s period and expected on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 1PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Mon 7th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 14s
Best Surf 1AM (Mon 7th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 14s
Most Powerful 1AM (Mon 7th Sep)10ft (3.0m) 14s

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


The Lowdown

G’day, I’m Rusty, and I’ve been staring at the charts for Inch Reefs, and I gotta be straight with you – this outlook is a long, slow burn. We’ve got a good 16 days on the table, but the first week is a write-off. There’s just no energy out there, and when it does show up, the wind has it all messy. We’re talking about a solid 5-day gap from the start with nothing worth paddling for. Then things slowly start to turn, but it’s not until the very end that we get a real cracker.

The water’s sitting at 63° for the first call, and that’s a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so you might get away with a thinner steamer.

For the first few days, we’ve got south and south-west swells hitting Inch Reefs, a solid point break that needs that SW direction to work. But the problem is the wind. On the 5th, we’ve got a tiny 3 ft S swell at 4 seconds, but it’s an onshore breeze with only 44 units of energy. It’s just no good. The 6th and 7th see the swell jump up to 8 ft and 10 ft, with the energy climbing to 703 and then 2388, but the wind is either cross-on or onshore, often strong, making it a lumpy, messy mess. That’s really only for the hardcore or the kite crew, because with that wind and a beach/point setup, it’s looking more interesting for kiting than paddling.

We get a bit of a lull from the 8th to the 15th, with only tiny scraps of swell – nothing over 2 ft and mostly dead energy. The wind goes light and even glassy at times, which is a tease, but there’s simply no wave to ride. It’s a flat spell.

Then, on the 16th of September, Wednesday afternoon, we finally see something click. The swell jumps to 8 ft from the W at 8 seconds, with 776 units of energy. The wind goes light and cross-off from the N, and the forecast is calling for “expect very good surf conditions.” That’s a standout for the experienced crew – that 8 ft is pushing into expert territory, but with clean conditions, it’ll be a ripper session for those who can handle it. Crowds are always a possibility here, but with how flat it’s been, it might be quieter than usual.

The real gem, though, is the 18th of September, Friday afternoon. We get a 8 ft W swell with a 10-second period, and the energy is pumping at 1023. The wind is dead calm, glassy, and the forecast is “excellent surf conditions for experienced surfers.” That’s the best on offer. The water will be clean, the waves will have proper shape, and that point will be running. It’s a full day for the advanced crew.

The 19th and 20th still have some size, around 8 ft and 6 ft, but the wind swings onshore or cross-on, making it a bit of a battle again. So, mark your calendar for the 16th and 18th – that’s where the magic is.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 14mm), heaviest on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Sun morning, min 13°C on Mon afternoon). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Some drizzle, heaviest during Thu night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 13°C on Tue night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the WNW on Tue afternoon, light winds from the W by Wed morning).

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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
00:27AM2.56m
1:06PM2.70m
1:58AM2.68m
2:25PM2.91m
3:08AM2.93m
3:25PM3.19m
4:01AM3.19m
4:14PM3.44m
4:46AM3.40m
4:58PM3.63m
5:27AM3.54m
5:38PM3.72m
Low Tide
5:53PM1.03m
6:37AM1.11m
7:35PM0.91m
8:07AM0.97m
8:49PM0.64m
9:11AM0.72m
9:43PM0.34m
10:00AM0.48m
10:28PM0.10m
10:43AM0.28m
11:08PM-0.06m
11:21AM0.15m
11:45PM-0.12m
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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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