Magheraroarty Strand Surf Break

Lat Long: 55.15° N 8.15° W

Magheraroarty Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 09 Jul 2026 (local time)

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Today's Magheraroarty Strand sea temperature is
14.6° C
0.9° 

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


Magheraroarty Strand surf forecast from 9 Jul 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Friday 10 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Friday 10 Jul, 1PM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.4m), 10s period, WNW swell with 410 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Friday 10 Jul, 1AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Magheraroarty Strand this week:

The surf forecast for Magheraroarty Strand over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 10) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 9s period with a secondary swell of 0.3m and 12s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Magheraroarty Strand in the next 16 days are 1.4m 10s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Jul 10) 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 1.1m 9s period and expected on Friday (Jul 10) at 4AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Fri 10th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 9s
Best Surf 1AM (Fri 10th Jul)4ft (1.2m) 9s
Most Powerful 1PM (Fri 10th Jul)4.5ft (1.4m) 10s

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


Alright, let’s talk about Magheraroarty Strand. It’s a slow start, no two ways about it. We’ve got a 16-day window, but for the first week and a half, it’s mostly a bust. There’s a big gap from Thursday afternoon all the way through to the following Saturday morning with nothing to recommend, so you’ll be waiting a while.

We get a little glimmer on Saturday, July 18th. The morning session is glassy with a light offshore breeze, and the swell is about 4ft from the NW, coming in at a short 5-second period. The combined energy is moderate (130), so it’s surfable, but it’s very ordinary. Not a standout, but it’s the first real chance to get wet.

The real standout, and the one that’s got me a bit fired up, is Monday, July 20th. Now, the swell is predicted to be a bit meaty for this spot, around 7ft from the WNW. It’s over 8ft, so this is strictly for the experts. The wind is light and cross-on in the morning, turning cross-shore in the afternoon. The energy is strong (660), but the forecast says it’s likely too big for this break. For the experienced surfer looking for a challenge, this is the closest we get to a proper session.

Looking further out, Thursday, July 23rd afternoon sees a very long-period groundswell from the W, 8ft with a 13-second period and a massive combined energy of 2190. That’s a serious amount of power, but again, it’s flagged as too big for the break. The wind is strong and cross-shore, making it messy. This is big, powerful, and messy – not a typical day for a paddle.

Then, on Friday, July 24th, we get a turn. The morning brings a clean 6ft swell from the W with a 10-second period and a gentle offshore breeze from the S. The energy is strong (693) and the conditions are expected to be very good. The wind is straight offshore, so it’ll be clean. The crowds are listed as never, so you might have it to yourself. This is the best on offer, no question. It’s a point break, so that longer-period groundswell (10s) will wrap in nicely. The water temperature is about 59°F, which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year, so you might not need the thickest rubber.

So, to sum it up: it’s a long wait, but the 24th of July is the day to circle. The 20th is for the brave, and the 23rd is for the very brave and the big-wave crew. Keep an eye on the forecast, as things can change quick.

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Short Range Forecast

Mostly dry. Warm (max 20°C on Sun morning, min 11°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Mostly dry. Warm (max 23°C on Tue afternoon, min 16°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

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Saturday
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Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Height (m)
Direction
Period (s)
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W
9
1.2
W
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1.1
WNW
11
1.3
W
10
1.2
W
10
1
W
9
0.9
WNW
9
0.7
WNW
8
0.6
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8
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7
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7
0.5
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12
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WNW
11
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W
10
0.6
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10
0.5
W
9
0.5
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9
0.4
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8
0.4
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
264
220
292
326
273
169
129
70
41
28
16
17
16
75
153
96
66
40
40
23
22
Wind (km/h)
15
WSW
5
SW
10
N
20
NNE
20
NNE
20
NNE
20
NE
15
NE
15
E
20
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10
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25
ENE
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10
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20
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10
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10
E
20
ENE
10
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5
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Wind State
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High Tide
2:12AM2.75m
3:00PM2.65m
3:29AM2.82m
4:09PM2.86m
4:38AM2.96m
5:11PM3.11m
5:39AM3.12m
6:05PM3.38m
6:33AM3.24m
6:56PM3.60m
7:22AM3.30m
7:44PM3.74m
8:08AM3.29m
Low Tide
7:47PM0.94m
8:36AM0.79m
9:05PM0.85m
9:45AM0.68m
10:17PM0.66m
10:47AM0.52m
11:20PM0.43m
11:42AM0.34m
00:16AM0.21m
12:32PM0.18m
1:08AM0.04m
1:18PM0.06m
1:56AM-0.03m
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10:09
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Magheraroarty Strand Surf forecast

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

Magheroarty Strand is 35 km (22 miles) from the city of Letterkenny. If you plan a holiday in Donegal, look for hotels and other accommodation in Letterkenny. Letterkenny has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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