Inchydoney Surf Break

Lat Long: 51.59° N 8.87° W

Inchydoney Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 am 24 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inchydoney sea temperature is
18.7° C
2.5° 

Inchydoney surf forecast is for near shore open water. Breaking waves will often be smaller at less exposed spots.


Inchydoney surf forecast from 24 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Monday 27 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 31 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 11s period, SW swell with 792 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Monday 27 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Inchydoney this week:

The surf forecast for Inchydoney over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Monday (Jul 27) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.3m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.4m and 6s. Another secondary swell of 0.1m and 12s is also forecast. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Inchydoney in the next 16 days are 1.8m 11s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 31) at 1PM. Winds are predicted to be onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.9m 4s period and expected on Sunday (Jul 26) at 7AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Mon 27th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 9s
Best Surf 1AM (Mon 27th Jul)4.5ft (1.3m) 9s
Most Powerful 1PM (Fri 31st Jul)6ft (1.8m) 11s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let me have a look at what we’ve got for the next 16 days. I’m gonna be straight with you—this is a tough one. The whole period is pretty much a write-off for decent waves. There’s a big gap of nothing good until we get into the tail end of the first week of August. So, don’t get your hopes up too early.

The first spot that pops up is Inchydoney, a river mouth that’s a beginner’s wave, but it’s inconsistent. It’s a sheltered spot, liking swell from the SW. The water’s sitting at 66°F, which is much warmer than normal for this time of year—feels like a bath.

We kick off on Friday, 24th July, with tiny 0.7ft SSW swell and a 13-second period, but the wind is light offshore from the NNW. It’s clean, but there’s next to no energy. The combined swell energy is a measly 18—barely a ripple. That’s a no-go.

Saturday is a cross-shore mess with a bit of a bump, and Sunday sees a bit more size but still poor quality. Monday through Wednesday of the next week are all cross-shore or onshore slop, with the swell staying tiny and periods dropping below 8 seconds. The 29th of July morning has a glassy moment, but the swell is only 0.3ft—totally flat.

Then things get interesting, but not in a good way. On the 31st of July, Friday morning, the swell jumps to 3ft from the WSW with a 12-second period, and the energy rockets up to 294. That’s moderate energy. But the wind is onshore from the S, so it’s gonna be messy. The afternoon gets even bigger: 7ft from the SW at 11 seconds. That’s too big for beginners, and the combined energy is a whopping 1099, meaning strong wave energy. But with onshore wind and rain showers, it’s going to be a choppy, blown-out mess. Not for the paddle surfer—this setup looks more interesting for the kite crew.

The 1st of August, Saturday morning, is the best on offer during the whole outlook. We’ve got 6ft SW swell at 11 seconds, combined energy of 647 (strong), and a cross-shore wind from the WSW. It’s a marginal call, but it’s the pick of a bad bunch. The tide might be an issue. This is a standout for the experts only, as it’s over 5ft.

Sunday the 2nd of August morning has 7ft WSW swell, but it’s a short 9-second period, and the wind is light cross-shore. The energy is strong at 1045, but the quality is questionable. After that, it’s a steady decline back into onshore crap and dropping swell through the rest of the second week.

The 5th of August, Wednesday morning, has a clean moment with 5ft SW swell and cross-offshore wind from the WNW. The energy is 317 (moderate). It’s the last decent chance, but still not a day to write home about.

Honestly, for the next 16 days, Inchydoney is a hard sell. The only real window of slightly rideable surf is the morning of the 1st of August. Everything else is either flat, messy, or too windy. If you’ve got a kite, you might find some fun on the 31st of July. For the rest of us, it’s a waiting game.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 21°C on Fri afternoon, min 13°C on Sun night). Mainly fresh winds.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 16°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light.

Friday
24
Saturday
25
Sunday
26
Monday
27
Tuesday
28
Wednesday
29
Thursday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
0.2
SSW
13
0.2
SSW
13
0.2
SSW
13
0.2
SSW
12
0.8
WSW
4
0.9
WSW
4
0.4
WSW
7
0.8
W
4
1.3
W
9
0.4
SW
5
0.9
SW
4
0.6
SW
4
0.6
SW
4
0.6
SW
4
0.1
S
14
0.1
S
13
0.6
SW
3
0.2
WSW
6
0.1
S
13
0.1
S
13
0.1
S
11
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Energy kJ
17
17
16
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25
17
15
276
7
22
11
9
8
4
3
6
3
4
3
2
Wind (km/h)
10
NNW
20
W
5
WNW
25
W
30
W
25
WNW
20
WNW
25
WNW
10
WNW
20
WSW
25
WSW
15
SW
20
SW
20
WSW
15
W
5
SE
15
S
5
SSW
10
ESE
15
SSE
10
S
Wind State
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cross
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glassy
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High Tide
2:09PM2.58m
2:42AM2.54m
3:13PM2.63m
3:42AM2.63m
4:08PM2.75m
4:31AM2.77m
4:54PM2.91m
5:14AM2.92m
5:35PM3.06m
5:52AM3.06m
6:12PM3.19m
6:28AM3.18m
6:47PM3.30m
Low Tide
8:34PM1.07m
9:02AM1.05m
9:37PM1.01m
10:00AM0.95m
10:30PM0.89m
10:49AM0.81m
11:15PM0.75m
11:32AM0.65m
11:55PM0.61m
12:10PM0.51m
00:32AM0.49m
12:47PM0.41m
1:07AM0.42m
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Feels °C
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Information about the Inchydoney Surf forecast

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).

Further information to help with frequently asked questions about our surf forecast for Inchydoney 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 Cork? If you are looking for accommodation near Inchydoney, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Cork, consider staying in Kinsale which is 27 km (17 miles) away. Other places in and around Cork where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Bantry which is 42 km (26 miles) away, Cork, Cobh and Youghal.

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