Surf Forecasts:
Inchydoney surf forecast from 19 Aug 2026:
- Best quality surf: Friday 21 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 1ft (0.3m), 16s period, SSW swell with cross-offshore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Tuesday 25 Aug, 7PM (local time) - 5ft (1.6m), 6s period, S swell with 164 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 21 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 1ft (0.3m), 16s period with SSW 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 Friday (Aug 21) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 0.3m and 16s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 8s. 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 1.6m 6s and forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Aug 25) at 7PM. 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 4s period and expected on Thursday (Aug 20) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Fri 21st Aug) | 1ft (0.3m) 16s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Fri 21st Aug) | 1ft (0.3m) 16s |
| Most Powerful | 7PM (Tue 25th Aug) | 5ft (1.6m) 6s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Inchydoney over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright, let’s talk in feet and miles now. The 16-day window looks pretty quiet, with a big gap of nothing at the start. The first real chance to get wet comes around the 25th of August.
The only break on the radar is Inchydoney, a sheltered river mouth that’s a bit inconsistent. The water is way warmer than usual, 66°F, which is about 4°F above normal – that’s notable.
The first few days are a total loss. Small, choppy, cross-shore winds. From the 20th onward, the winds turn offshore and clean, but the swell is tiny – 1 foot to 1 feet. The energy is weak, around 68 to 91 (combined energy). The 21st afternoon gets a “surfable but very ordinary” rating, but it’s still a 1 out of 10. That’s the best of the early week.
The 25th of August (Tuesday) is the only real standout. The morning brings 4 feet of swell from the SSW, with a clean offshore wind from the north. The energy is moderate at 120, and the period is a short 5 seconds – so it’s a bit weak, but it’s clean. The afternoon bumps up to 5 feet, with a period of 8 seconds and a strong energy reading of 412. The wind is light cross-onshore, so it’ll be a little rippled, but it’s the most promising window. For a river mouth, that short period is fine.
The 28th of August sees a bigger pulse – 6 feet to 7 feet from the SSW, with energy readings of 201 and 659 (strong to very strong). But the wind is onshore or cross-onshore, and the wave comment is “poor surf conditions.” At 7 feet, it’s expert territory, but with that wind, it’s a mess. More of a kite session.
So, the best bet is the 25th of August. The morning is clean with 4 feet of swell, perfect for a beginner. The afternoon has more size and power, but the light cross-onshore wind will put a bit of a wrinkle on it. If you’re experienced, afternoon could be fun, but don’t expect glass.
After the 28th, it’s back to small, choppy, and messy. There’s a glimmer on the 2nd of September with a clean offshore wind, but the swell is only 2 feet. Not worth the trip.
Rusty.
Short Range ForecastSome drizzle, heaviest during Wed afternoon. Very mild (max 19°C on Wed afternoon, min 11°C on Thu night). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the W on Wed morning, light winds from the NW by Thu night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryMostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Sat morning, min 14°C on Sat morning). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Wednesday 19 | Thursday 20 | Friday 21 | Saturday 22 | Sunday 23 | Monday 24 | Tuesday 25 | |||||||||||||||
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Swell Height Map |  |  |  |  |  |  |  | ||||||||||||||
Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | S 5 | WSW 8 |
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 kJ | 50 | 52 | 101 | 73 | 82 | 39 | 35 | 51 | 50 | 72 | 72 | 86 | 77 | 80 | 68 | 67 | 36 | 34 | 34 | 124 | 101 |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross-off | off | off | off | off | off | glassy | off | off | on | off | cross-off | cross | glassy | cross-on | cross-on | glassy |
High Tide | 10:16AM2.96m | 10:40PM2.79m | 11:04AM2.72m | 11:33PM2.55m | 12:06PM2.52m | 00:44AM2.40m | 1:26PM2.43m | 2:08AM2.39m | 2:46PM2.50m | 3:19AM2.51m | 3:47PM2.66m | 4:11AM2.71m | 4:33PM2.87m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 4:36PM0.79m | 4:57AM0.92m | 5:28PM1.02m | 5:54AM1.11m | 6:36PM1.17m | 7:10AM1.21m | 7:58PM1.21m | 8:32AM1.18m | 9:13PM1.12m | 9:38AM1.03m | 10:09PM0.94m | 10:29AM0.83m | 10:53PM0.74m | ||||||||
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 | 6:26 | — | — | 6:26 | — | — | 6:28 | — | — | 6:30 | — | — | 6:31 | — | — | 6:33 | — | — | 6:35 | — | — |
 | — | 8:51 | — | — | 8:49 | — | — | 8:46 | — | — | 8:45 | — | — | 8:42 | — | — | 8:39 | — | — | 8:37 | — |
mm | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 17 | 19 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 16 |
Feels °C | 11 | 12 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 12 | 12 | 9 | 14 | 16 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 15 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 16 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 14 | SSW 13 | W 10 | W 9 | WSW 8 |
| kJ | 50 | 49 | 101 | 73 | 32 | 39 | 35 | 35 | 50 | 72 | 72 | 86 | 77 | 80 | 68 | 67 | 36 | 34 | 17 | 39 | 101 |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | S 11 | S 11 | SSW 15 | SSW 15 | SSW 14 | WSW 8 | SSW 16 | SSW 16 | SSW 13 | WSW 9 | ENE 5 | W 9 | W 9 | W 8 | WSW 9 | WSW 9 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSE 6 |
| kJ | 2 | 2 | 79 | 42 | 82 | 14 | 26 | 51 | 16 | 9 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 34 | 34 | 34 |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | NE 4 | — | WSW 8 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | SW 12 | SSW 12 | — | W 9 | W 8 | S 8 | SE 6 | SE 5 | SE 4 | W 12 | SW 12 | SSW 13 |
| kJ | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 7 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 14 | — | 2 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 33 |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 4 | WSW 4 | WNW 4 | NNW 4 | NNW 3 | N 4 | N 4 | NNE 3 | NNE 4 | NNE 5 | — | NNE 3 | NE 3 | ESE 3 | — | — | SSE 5 | SSW 2 | SSW 4 | S 5 | W 4 |
| kJ | 16 | 52 | 11 | 18 | 4 | 19 | 10 | 4 | 15 | 15 | — | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 3 | 1 | 28 | 124 | 12 |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 421 | 428 | 477 | 288 | 126 | 18 | 18 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 95 | 10 | 10 | 123 | 18 | 10 | 107 | 0 |
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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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