
Surf Forecasts:
Lahinch Strand surf forecast from 7 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Tuesday 8 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 10s period, W swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Saturday 12 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 6ft (1.8m), 13s period, WNW swell with 1,197 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 8 Sep, 7AM (local time) - 8ft (2.4m), 10s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Lahinch Strand this week:
The surf forecast for Lahinch Strand over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 08) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.4m and 10s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-shore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Lahinch Strand in the next 16 days are 1.8m 13s and forecast to arrive on Saturday (Sep 12) at 1AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 7AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 8ft (2.4m) 10s |
| Best Surf | 7AM (Tue 8th Sep) | 8ft (2.4m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 1AM (Sat 12th Sep) | 6ft (1.8m) 13s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Lahinch Strand over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Lahinch.
Right off the bat, I’ve got to be straight with you – the next couple of weeks are looking pretty grim. The forecast shows a long stretch of poor surf conditions, with the first few days bringing a lot of wind and energy that just isn’t aligning. The water temperature is sitting at 62°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year, so that’s a small comfort if you’re brave enough to get in.
We start off on Monday, the 7th of September. There is some swell – we’re looking at 8ft from the WSW with a period of 13 seconds, giving a combined energy of 1815 – that’s strong wave energy. But the problem is a strong 19 mph SW wind is blowing straight onshore. It’s messy, and not the kind of day you’d want to paddle out. The following days are much the same story. Tuesday the 8th has 8ft from the west-northwest, but a fresh 22 mph cross-shore wind is making it lumpy and choppy. The energy is still there, but the quality is poor.
The swell drops a bit on Wednesday the 9th, down to 4ft from the W, with light winds in the morning, but the period is only 9 seconds, and the energy is weak at 220. It’s described as poor surf. Thursday the 10th picks up again to 6ft from the WSW, but that onshore wind returns. Honestly, this pattern of wind and swell never lining up properly just keeps going. There’s a pulse of longer period swell on Saturday the 12th, with a 13-second period from the W, giving strong energy at 1037, but the wind is cross-onshore and choppy again.
Looking further out, the middle of the week starting the 15th of September shows some proper size. Tuesday the 15th has 7ft from the W, with a period of 11-12 seconds, and the combined energy is well over 1000 (1207 in the afternoon). That’s a lot of power. But the wind is a strong 25-28 mph cross-onshore, and the report says it’s messy. At over 8ft, that’s expert-only territory, and with that wind, it’s honestly looking more like a day for the windsurfers and kites than for a clean paddle session. The same goes for the following days; the wind stays strong, and the swell is consistently over 5ft but with onshore or lumpy cross-onshore winds.
The pattern doesn’t let up. Through the weekend of the 20th and into the 22nd, we’re looking at 5ft to 6ft swells, but the wind is always a factor. The crowd situation at Lahinch can be "often" busy, but honestly, with conditions like this, it’s not the main concern. The quality just isn’t there.
There isn’t a single standout session in this 16-day window. The closest we get to a decent window is maybe Wednesday morning the 9th, with that small 4ft and light wind, but with a short period, it’s not going to offer much. For the rest of it, you’re battling strong onshore winds, messy chop, and inconsistent shape. It’s a flat spell in terms of quality. Keep the board waxed and wait for the next proper run of clean groundswell.
Rusty
Short Range ForecastLight rain (total 9mm), mostly falling on Mon afternoon. Very mild (max 16°C on Mon morning, min 13°C on Mon afternoon). Winds decreasing (fresh winds from the SW on Mon morning, light winds from the WNW by Tue night). | Days 4-6 Weather SummaryLight rain (total 8mm), mostly falling on Sat afternoon. Very mild (max 17°C on Sat afternoon, min 12°C on Fri night). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSW on Fri night, fresh winds from the SW by Sat afternoon). | ||||||||||||||||||||
Monday 7 | Tuesday 8 | Wednesday 9 | Thursday 10 | Friday 11 | Saturday 12 | Sunday 13 | |||||||||||||||
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) | WSW 13 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 10 | W 10 | W 9 | W 8 | WSW 7 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 13 | W 13 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | W 9 | W 8 | WSW 8 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
1815 | 1026 | 918 | 944 | 901 | 469 | 220 | 156 | 143 | 516 | 717 | 326 | 190 | 185 | 1197 | 1034 | 569 | 328 | 434 | 228 | 157 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | on | cross-on | cross-on | cross | cross | cross-off | on | on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | cross |
High Tide | 2:57PM3.65m | 3:43AM3.64m | 4:00PM4.00m | 4:38AM3.97m | 4:50PM4.33m | 5:22AM4.24m | 5:33PM4.57m | 6:02AM4.43m | 6:12PM4.69m | 6:39AM4.50m | 6:50PM4.67m | 7:13AM4.48m | 7:26PM4.54m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 9:30PM0.84m | 9:51AM0.95m | 10:23PM0.44m | 10:38AM0.61m | 11:06PM0.10m | 11:20AM0.33m | 11:45PM-0.11m | 11:58AM0.15m | 00:21AM-0.19m | 12:34PM0.08m | 00:55AM-0.12m | 1:09PM0.13m | 1:28AM0.06m | ||||||||
6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | 7:01 | — | — | 7:03 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | 7:05 | — | — | |
— | 8:13 | — | — | 8:09 | — | — | 8:07 | — | — | 8:06 | — | — | 8:02 | — | — | 8:00 | — | — | 7:59 | — | |
mm | 2 | 5 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 5 | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 16 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 14 |
Feels °C | 10 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 10 | 13 | 13 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | W 10 | W 9 | W 13 | W 12 | WSW 9 | WSW 10 | WSW 9 | W 8 | W 8 | WNW 13 | W 13 | WNW 13 | WNW 12 | — | WNW 11 | WSW 8 |
— | — | — | — | — | 469 | 220 | 3 | 11 | 516 | 717 | 326 | 190 | 185 | 1197 | 1034 | 569 | 328 | — | 128 | 157 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | W 17 | — | — | WSW 8 | — | — | — | WNW 10 |
— | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | — | — | 232 | — | — | — | 36 | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 13 | W 10 | W 9 | W 9 | WNW 10 | — | — | W 8 | WSW 7 | — | — | — | — | — | — | SSE 3 | — | WSW 9 | W 9 | W 8 | — |
1815 | 1026 | 918 | 944 | 901 | — | — | 156 | 143 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | — | 301 | 434 | 228 | — | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 87 | 444 | 151 | 386 | 606 | 0 | 87 | 109 | 151 | 99 | 92 | 399 | 98 | 109 | 6 | 87 | 87 | 296 | 87 | 85 | 2 |
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Information about the Lahinch Strand Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Lahinch Strand provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Lahinch Strand can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Lahinch Strand 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 (Lahinch Strand) 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 Lahinch Strand 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.
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