Inchydoney Surf Break

Lat Long: 51.59° N 8.87° W

Inchydoney Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 25 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Inchydoney sea temperature is
17.5°C
1.1° 

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


Inchydoney surf forecast from 25 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 25 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 5s period, ESE swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Tuesday 1 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.5m), 7s period, SW swell with 757 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 25 Aug, 10PM (local time) - 2.5ft (0.8m), 5s period with ESE 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 Tuesday (Aug 25) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.8m and 5s period with a secondary swell of 0.5m and 8s. Another secondary swell of 0.2m and 13s 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 2.5m 7s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 7AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.8m 6s period and expected on Friday (Aug 28) at 1AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+)10PM (Tue 25th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 5s
Best Surf10PM (Tue 25th Aug)2.5ft (0.8m) 5s
Most Powerful 7AM (Tue 1st Sep)8ft (2.5m) 7s

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


The Lowdown

Right then, let’s talk about what’s on offer around here. It’s a bit of a tough stretch, I won’t lie. We’ve got a long gap of nothing really happening until Saturday morning the 29th of August. The river mouth at Inchydoney is all we’ve got to work with, and for the first few days, the wind and swell just aren’t playing ball. Expect a lot of flat, messy days with onshore or cross-shore winds.

Alright, so the first real chance to get wet comes on Saturday morning, the 29th of August. The swell is starting to show some life, running about 6ft from the SSW with an 8-second period. The energy is picking up, with a reading of 384 (moderate wave energy). The wind is a gentle cross-offshore from the NNW, which should keep things clean. It’s a beginner-friendly spot, but with that size, it’s towards the top end for learners. The water is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, sitting at 64°, about 2° above average. It’s not a perfect day, but it’s the best we’ve seen so far. The spot is inconsistent, so don’t expect a wave every minute, and crowds are possible.

The next little window is on Wednesday morning, the 2nd of September. The swell is smaller, around 3ft from the WSW, but the period is a better 9 seconds. The energy is solid enough at 329 (moderate). The wind is a clean cross-offshore from the WNW, so the surface should be smooth. It’s a smaller, cleaner, more manageable option for a beginner.

If you’re feeling brave, the weekend of the 5th and 6th of September has some size. Saturday morning, the 5th, shows 5ft from the WSW with a 10-second period and a cross-offshore wind. The energy is pumping hard at 679 (strong). That’s a solid, clean wave, but it’s getting into expert territory. The same goes for Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, but Sunday brings a strong onshore wind that will ruin it.

The standout, if you can call it that, is the Saturday morning, the 5th of September. The swell is 5ft from the WSW, the period is a nice 10 seconds, and the wind is clean. It’s a decent groundswell, and with a long period like that, the point break and river mouth setup here should handle it well. The energy is 679 (strong), so there’s plenty of push. It’s the best combination of size, direction, and wind we’ll see in this whole window. Just remember, it’s inconsistent, and crowds are possible.

The second week is a bit of a mixed bag, with a lot of wind and lumpy conditions. The forecast confidence drops off, but there’s a glimmer on Wednesday morning, the 9th of September, with a clean, small 3ft swell from the WSW. That’s about it for the run home.

So, if you’re itching for a paddle, target the 29th of August morning for a manageable session, or hold out for the morning of the 2nd of September. For the one true standout, it’s the morning of the 5th of September. Get it while it’s clean.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Thu afternoon. Warm (max 20°C on Thu morning, min 15°C on Tue morning). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Fri night. Warm (max 20°C on Fri morning, min 13°C on Sun night). Winds increasing (light winds from the WNW on Fri morning, fresh winds from the W by Sun morning).

Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Energy kJ
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Wind (km/h)
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15
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NNE
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NNE
15
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WNW
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35
WSW
15
NNW
30
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20
SSW
30
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35
WNW
30
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35
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High Tide
4:33PM2.87m
4:52AM2.92m
5:12PM3.08m
5:28AM3.12m
5:47PM3.27m
6:02AM3.30m
6:20PM3.42m
6:36AM3.43m
6:54PM3.52m
7:09AM3.51m
7:28PM3.56m
7:44AM3.53m
8:04PM3.53m
Low Tide
10:29AM0.83m
10:53PM0.74m
11:10AM0.63m
11:31PM0.55m
11:46AM0.44m
00:06AM0.39m
12:20PM0.29m
00:39AM0.27m
12:54PM0.19m
1:12AM0.20m
1:27PM0.16m
1:45AM0.20m
2:01PM0.18m
2:19AM0.25m
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Temp °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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