Inch Reefs Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.14° N 10.00° W

Inch Reefs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 am 30 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inch Reefs sea temperature is
17.9°C
1.9° 

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 30 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 31 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period, WNW swell with cross-shore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 12s period, WNW swell with 8,497 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 31 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 9s period with WNW 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 (Aug 31) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 3.0m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Inch Reefs in the next 16 days are 5.5m 12s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) 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 6.0m 13s period and expected on Friday (Sep 04) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Mon 31st Aug)10ft (3.0m) 9s
Best Surf 1AM (Mon 31st Aug)10ft (3.0m) 9s
Most Powerful 1AM (Fri 4th Sep)18ft (5.5m) 12s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, this is Rusty. Let's take a look at the window ahead for Inch Reefs.

Right off the bat, I gotta be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are going to be a classic "hunt for a window" situation. We're looking at a lot of onshore and cross-onshore wind messing up the shoulder, even when there’s size. The water temp's going to be about average for this time of year, so no surprises there.

Here’s the run-down. The first real shot of rideable swell won't be much to write home about. On Sunday the 30th and Monday the 31st of August, we’ve got a moderate 5ft to 7ft of WSW swell, but the breeze is from the SSW and W, putting a chop on it. The wave energy will be moderate (around 499 to 619 units). Honestly, it’s a pass.

Tuesday the 1st through Thursday the 3rd of September, the swell builds, hitting 7ft to a solid 13ft by the afternoon of the 3rd. The energy will be strong (up to 3736 units). But the wind is just never letting up – it’s all onshore or cross-onshore. It’s going to be a messy, blown-out mess. Not for paddling, but if you’re towing or kiting, keep an eye on that Thursday the 3rd, because with WSW winds at 25 km/h and a 13ft swell, it’ll be a wind-lump challenge.

Then we hit a dead spot. Friday the 4th of September it drops to a tiny 1ft and the wind is howling at 40 km/h from the WNW. It's a scratch day.

But wait... there's a glimmer. Saturday the 5th of September morning shows a 10ft WSW swell with the wind turning light from the south. The issue? It’s still cross-onshore, and the energy is very high (1261 units). The forecast says it might be too big for this break, which is a real bummer. It’s right on the edge of being a big-wave only affair.

The next real standout comes later. By Thursday the 10th of September, we see a 12ft pulse from the WSW, and the wind is a moderate cross-shore from the WNW at 25 km/h. The energy is pumping (2410 units). Again, the model is warning it's too big for the typical session.

However, the true best of the period looks to be Sunday the 13th of September. Morning and afternoon we have clean conditions. The wind goes cross-off from the ENE, then light offshore from the NE. The swell is a solid 10ft from the West, with a period of 10 seconds – that’s a good, long-period groundswell. The energy is strong (1651 units). The model flags it as favored for wind and tide. This will be a big, powerful wave at Inch Reefs. If you're an advanced surfer, this is your window. Expect it to be crowded as it's the best day in a long stretch, and a spot like this isn't secret.

After that, the surf winds down. By Monday the 14th of September morning, it eases to a cleaner 5ft from the West, going glassy. That’ll be a fun, smaller session to wrap it all up.

So, the standout? Without a doubt, Sunday the 13th of September. It’s the cleanest, biggest, and most powerful day on offer. Get on it if you can handle the size.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sat night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 10mm), heaviest on Tue night. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed afternoon, min 14°C on Thu night). Winds increasing (light winds from the S on Tue night, strong winds from the W by Thu night).

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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
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1361
499
388
305
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249
573
545
770
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2410
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8497
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1374
1189
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Wind (km/h)
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SSW
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W
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NW
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WNW
15
WSW
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S
20
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High Tide
6:42AM3.40m
6:51PM3.52m
7:15AM3.39m
7:26PM3.45m
7:51AM3.31m
8:05PM3.30m
8:30AM3.17m
8:48PM3.10m
9:16AM2.98m
9:42PM2.86m
10:15AM2.79m
10:54PM2.65m
11:34AM2.66m
00:27AM2.56m
Low Tide
12:35PM0.26m
00:55AM0.08m
1:08PM0.28m
1:29AM0.17m
1:45PM0.37m
2:06AM0.33m
2:25PM0.52m
2:49AM0.55m
3:14PM0.71m
3:42AM0.81m
4:19PM0.92m
4:56AM1.04m
5:53PM1.03m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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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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