Surf Forecasts:
Inchydoney surf forecast from 6 Aug 2026:
- Most powerful swell: Wednesday 12 Aug, 4AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period, SW swell with 241 kJ wave energy.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Inchydoney this week:
The most powerful waves expected at Inchydoney in the next 16 days are 1.2m 9s and forecast to arrive on Wednesday (Aug 12) 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 0.2m 2s period and expected on Sunday (Aug 09) at 10PM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | - | - |
| Best Surf | - | - |
| Most Powerful | 4AM (Wed 12th Aug) | 4ft (1.2m) 9s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Inchydoney over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s on offer.
Straight up, I’ve got to be honest with you – it’s a tough run for the next 16 days. The only break in the mix is Inchydoney, and the forecast is a bit of a heartbreaker. There’s nothing worth paddling out for until at least the 12th of August, so we’re looking at a solid gap of about 6 days with no real surf to speak of. The early part of the period is full of tiny, weak swell, mostly cross-onshore or onshore, and just flat-out poor conditions.
Things start to get a little more interesting around Wednesday the 12th of August. Inchydoney picks up a 4ft SW swell with a 9-second period, and the combined energy hits 192 (moderate wave energy). The wind is a cross-onshore, so it’s going to be a bit choppy, but it’s the biggest push we’ve seen. The water temp is about average for the time of year, so nothing wild there. This is a river break, so it’s inconsistent at the best of times, and it’s a beginner spot. Crowds are possible, so be ready to share it.
The standout, if you can call it that, is Thursday the 14th of August. The swell is 3ft from the SW with an 8-second period, but the wind turns cross-offshore from the WNW at 9 mph. That’s clean, and the combined energy is 86 (weak). It’s not a big day, but for this stretch, it’s the cleanest wave you’ll see. The swell direction matches the optimum, so it should line up alright.
After that, into the second week, we get a few more shots on the 17th of August. Monday morning brings a 2ft SW swell with offshore winds from the NNW at 16 mph. That’ll be clean and tidy, but the energy is low at 55 (weak). The 18th of August has a glassy morning, but the swell is tiny at 0.7ft with a very long 16-second period. That groundswell is too long for a beach break, and it’ll just wash straight through. For a river break like Inchydoney, it might offer a few lined-up waves, but it’s a gamble.
Honestly, none of this is firing. The swell never gets above 4ft, so it’s safe for beginners, but the quality is poor for most of the run. If you’re desperate, check the 14th or 17th of August for the cleanest windows. Otherwise, it’s a waiting game.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 13°C on Wed night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sun afternoon, min 16°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday 6 | Friday 7 | Saturday 8 | Sunday 9 | Monday 10 | Tuesday 11 | Wednesday 12 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 15 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SW 13 | SW 13 | S 13 | WSW 11 | SW 10 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 10 |
Wave Graph  | |||||||||||||||||||||
 kJ | 15 | 15 | 14 | 21 | 14 | 13 | 47 | 81 | 56 | 24 | 20 | 12 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 12 | 204 | 186 | 152 | 142 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross-off | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-off | glassy | on | cross | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on |
High Tide | 11:06AM2.95m | 11:38PM2.88m | 12:11PM2.84m | 00:50AM2.78m | 1:29PM2.82m | 2:10AM2.80m | 2:47PM2.93m | 3:23AM2.96m | 3:55PM3.15m | 4:25AM3.18m | 4:52PM3.39m | 5:18AM3.40m | 5:43PM3.60m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:59AM0.74m | 5:29PM0.78m | 6:03AM0.85m | 6:42PM0.86m | 7:21AM0.89m | 8:06PM0.84m | 8:42AM0.81m | 9:24PM0.70m | 9:54AM0.63m | 10:29PM0.49m | 10:53AM0.39m | 11:24PM0.28m | 11:44AM0.18m | 00:12AM0.12m | |||||||
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 | 6:05 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:07 | — | — | 6:09 | — | — | 6:11 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — | 6:13 | — | — |
 | — | — | 9:15 | — | — | 9:14 | — | — | 9:12 | — | — | 9:09 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:07 | — | — | 9:05 |
mm | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 18 |
Feels °C | 14 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 20 | 20 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 12 | SSW 6 | SSW 12 | SW 6 | SW 6 | SSW 6 | SSW 6 | SW 6 | WSW 11 | SSW 12 | SW 9 | SW 9 | SW 10 |
| kJ | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 24 | 14 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 12 | 14 | 186 | 152 | 142 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | S 16 | S 6 | SSW 15 | SW 14 | SSW 8 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SSW 12 | SSW 12 | S 15 | SW 12 | SW 11 | SW 13 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 11 | SW 12 | SW 12 | S 12 | S 12 |
| kJ | 2 | 5 | 1 | 21 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 14 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 6 | W 10 | W 9 | — | W 9 | W 9 | W 9 | SSW 13 | W 9 | S 15 | W 8 | S 10 | W 8 | SW 11 | SW 13 | S 13 | SW 6 | — | — | — | — |
| kJ | 3 | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 17 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | SW 3 | WSW 3 | W 5 | SW 3 | SSW 2 | SW 7 | SSW 7 | SSW 7 | — | SW 6 | — | — | — | — | SSE 2 | S 4 | SW 10 | — | — | — |
| kJ | — | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 47 | 81 | 56 | — | 20 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 7 | 204 | — | — | — |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 113 | 113 | 111 | 111 | 102 | 93 | 113 | 123 | 111 | 111 | 111 | 93 | 93 | 123 | 111 | 111 | 113 | 107 | 111 | 111 | 64 |
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The above surf forecast table for Inchydoney provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Inchydoney can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Inchydoney 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 (Inchydoney) 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).
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