Jacks Hole Surf Break

Lat Long: 52.92° N 6.04° W

Jacks Hole Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 am 23 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Jacks Hole sea temperature is
17.9°C
2.0° 

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


Jacks Hole surf forecast from 23 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 28 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, S swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 28 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period, S swell with 124 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 28 Aug, 1AM (local time) - 3.5ft (1.0m), 8s period with S swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Jacks Hole this week:

The surf forecast for Jacks Hole over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.0m and 8s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Jacks Hole in the next 16 days are 1.0m 8s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Aug 28) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-offshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.1m 4s period and expected on Saturday (Aug 29) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Fri 28th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 8s
Best Surf 1AM (Fri 28th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 8s
Most Powerful 1AM (Fri 28th Aug)3.5ft (1.0m) 8s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break it down. It’s been a dry spell, and I mean dry. There’s a long stretch of flat, weak, or blown-out conditions for the first couple of weeks. The only real pulse comes late in the game, on Sunday, September 6th, and it’s a one-morning wonder.

The only spot that’s even in the conversation is Jacks Hole, a reef break for advanced surfers only. It’s fairly consistent when there’s swell, but that hasn’t been the case lately.

From now through the end of August, it’s all tiny. Swell heights run from 0.3ft to 2ft, with periods all over the shop, and the wind is mostly cross-on, onshore, or just choppy. The combined energy is weak – single digits or low double digits (like 5, 7, 26). Nothing worth paddling for. The 27th of August has a 2ft S swell with a 6-second period and light onshore wind – still poor. Friday the 28th afternoon has a clean offshore wind, but only 1ft of swell. Not enough.

Then we hit a real gap. From Saturday, August 30th, all the way to Friday, September 5th, it’s nothing but tiny, cross-shore, or messy conditions. September 1st has a weird 18-second period pulse but only 0.3ft of swell. September 2nd morning is glassy, but again, 0.3ft. Nothing to ride.

Finally, on Sunday morning, September 6th, we get a pulse. A 6ft S swell rolls in with a 7-second period, and the wind is offshore from the W at 12 mph. The combined energy hits 319 (moderate wave energy), and the forecast says “expect good surf conditions.” This is the one. The offshore wind will keep the surface clean, and for a reef break, that’s a gift. The short period means the waves might not be super lined up, but it’s the best we’ve seen. Water temp is about average for this time of year. Crowds are sometimes an issue here, so you might have some company.

That Sunday afternoon fades fast, and Monday the 7th is back to messy, strong cross-shore winds and tiny surf. So, if you want a wave, that Sunday morning is your window.

Rusty.

Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Very mild (max 18°C on Mon afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Moderate rain (total 11mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 19°C on Fri afternoon, min 15°C on Thu night). Wind will be generally light.

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Energy kJ
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64
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Wind (km/h)
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High Tide
8:57AM1.39m
9:14PM1.54m
9:51AM1.45m
10:03PM1.66m
10:34AM1.52m
10:42PM1.77m
11:12AM1.57m
11:18PM1.88m
11:48AM1.61m
11:51PM1.95m
12:24PM1.64m
00:24AM1.98m
12:59PM1.65m
00:57AM1.97m
Low Tide
2:36PM0.68m
3:16AM0.56m
3:22PM0.57m
3:59AM0.44m
4:00PM0.46m
4:36AM0.31m
4:33PM0.35m
5:09AM0.19m
5:05PM0.26m
5:41AM0.09m
5:38PM0.19m
6:13AM0.02m
6:12PM0.15m
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Information about the Jacks Hole Surf forecast

The above surf forecast table for Jacks Hole provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Jacks Hole can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Jacks Hole 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 (Jacks Hole) 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 Jacks Hole 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.

Jacks Hole is 16 km (10 miles) from Arklow. If you plan a holiday in Wexford, look for hotels and other accommodation in Arklow. Arklow has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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