Inch Reefs Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.14° N 10.00° W

Inch Reefs Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 24 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inch Reefs sea temperature is
17.7°C
1.7° 

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 24 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 24 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s period, W swell with glassy winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Monday 31 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 10s period, W swell with 1,419 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 24 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 10s 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 (Aug 24) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 13s. 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 3.0m 10s and forecast to arrive on Monday (Aug 31) at 4AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.5m 7s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 30) at 7PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Mon 24th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s
Best Surf10PM (Mon 24th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 10s
Most Powerful 4AM (Mon 31st Aug)10ft (3.0m) 10s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, Rusty here again, but this time in feet and inches. Let's break it down.

First up, the near future is pretty flat and uninspiring. The first real chance at something rideable hits on Tuesday, 25th August. Inch Reefs sees a 4ft swell from the West, period around 9 seconds. The wind is a light cross-off from the ESE, making for clean conditions. It ain't big, but on the point it'll offer up some fun ones. That holds through the afternoon.

The session to get amped for is on Wednesday, 2nd September. The morning brings a 5ft West swell with a light cross-off breeze from the NNE. The afternoon is where it’s at: 6ft from the WSW with glassy conditions from a light breeze out of the WNW. The point should be smooth and connecting nicely. That's your best bet in the first week.

Now, lookin' way out to Sunday, 6th September, the swell forecast is flat-out monstrous – over 26ft from the WSW with a super long period of 13 seconds. The combined energy is through the roof. The call is that it'll be way too big for Inch Reefs, and with a fresh cross-onshore wind, it's going to be a washing machine out there. That’s kite surfer territory, not a paddle board. Monday, 7th September is still huge at 13ft from the West with a 16-second period – same story, too big and blown out. The water temp at the start is about 63°F, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year.

For the flat-out best on offer for a paddle surfer, it's the Wednesday, 2nd September afternoon at Inch Reefs. Clean, glassy, solid head-high waves reeling down the point. That's the one.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Mon afternoon, min 13°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 13mm), heaviest on Sat night. Very mild (max 17°C on Thu morning, min 14°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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SSW
14
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1.3
W
10
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9
1
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9
0.8
W
8
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7
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11
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2.3
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2.5
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Energy kJ
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18
332
196
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200
327
848
486
737
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Wind (km/h)
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E
10
SSE
5
ESE
10
E
5
E
5
E
5
E
10
N
10
NNE
15
NNE
20
NNW
20
NW
15
NW
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WNW
10
SSE
15
WSW
25
W
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SSE
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SW
25
SW
35
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High Tide
3:24PM2.71m
3:54AM2.70m
4:05PM2.94m
4:32AM2.90m
4:41PM3.16m
5:06AM3.09m
5:14PM3.34m
5:38AM3.24m
5:46PM3.46m
6:10AM3.35m
6:18PM3.53m
6:42AM3.40m
6:51PM3.52m
Low Tide
9:41PM0.86m
9:52AM0.89m
10:19PM0.64m
10:28AM0.70m
10:52PM0.43m
11:00AM0.53m
11:23PM0.25m
11:31AM0.39m
11:53PM0.13m
12:03PM0.30m
00:24AM0.07m
12:35PM0.26m
00:55AM0.08m
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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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