Magheraroarty Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let’s look at what’s coming up for Magheraroarty Strand.

To be straight with you, the next week and a half is pretty grim. We’ve got a long stretch of small, weak surf and pretty ordinary conditions. From Wednesday the 12th right through to around Sunday the 23rd, there’s nothing worth paddling out for. Most days are showing poor surf conditions with tiny waves, wonky winds, or just no energy at all. The combined swell energy sits at measly single or double digits for much of that time – a real flat spell.

The water temp is sitting about 60°, which is a touch warmer than average for this time of year, nothing too wild.

Now, there is a glimmer on the horizon, but it’s a tricky one. On Wednesday the 19th of August, we’ve got a huge pulse of swell arriving – 13ft from the WNW with a 10-second period. The combined energy is absolutely pumping at 2873 (very strong). The wind is looking light from the north that morning. But here’s the kicker: that size is way too big for this break. It’s an exposed point, and the guidance says the swell is predicted to be too big for it. This is strictly for experts only, and even then, it might be a washing machine. The afternoon turns onshore and messy.

Thursday the 20th still has big stuff – 8ft from the NW in the morning – but again, it’s too big for a beginner-friendly spot, and the wind is straight onshore. Not ideal.

Looking even further out, Thursday the 27th shows another big pulse: 8ft from the west, 10-second period, with glassy conditions in the afternoon. That’s another one for experienced surfers only, as it’s still well overhead and powerful.

Honestly, for a normal punter, there’s no easy pick here. The standout for the brave would be the early morning of the 19th if you’re an expert and can handle a heavy 13ft set, but it’s a risky call. For everyone else, keep an eye on the 27th afternoon – glassy, 7ft from the west, and that 11-second groundswell should offer some proper lines, though it’s still for strong paddlers.

That’s the picture for now. It’s a tough run of small days interrupted by two big, gnarly swells. Hang tight, and check back in.

Rusty.

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