Magheraroarty Strand Surf Break

Lat Long: 55.15° N 8.15° W

Magheraroarty Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 12 pm 14 Sep 2026 (local time)

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Today's Magheraroarty Strand sea temperature is
15.1°C
1.4° 

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 14 Sep 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Tuesday 15 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Thursday 17 Sep, 7PM (local time) - 18ft (5.5m), 15s period, WNW swell with 13,070 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 15 Sep, 1AM (local time) - 7ft (2.1m), 10s 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 Tuesday (Sep 15) at 1AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 2.1m and 10s period with a secondary swell of 0.7m 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 5.5m 15s and forecast to arrive on Thursday (Sep 17) at 7PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 2.4m 7s period and expected on Wednesday (Sep 16) at 10PM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 1AM (Tue 15th Sep)7ft (2.1m) 10s
Best Surf 1AM (Tue 15th Sep)7ft (2.1m) 10s
Most Powerful 7PM (Thu 17th Sep)18ft (5.5m) 15s

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


The Lowdown

Right then, let’s have a look at what’s on the cards for Magheraroarty Strand. We’ve got a bit of a mixed bag ahead, but there’s definitely some good to be had if you’re patient. The water’s sitting at 59°F, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year.

The week kicks off on Monday the 14th with a clean, fun little wave. We’re looking at a 2ft swell from the north, with a 13-second period. That’s a nice, long groundswell for the point. The wind is blowing offshore from the SSW at 16 mph, keeping things tidy. The combined swell energy is a moderate 264, so not a massive amount of power, but with that period, it’ll be shaping up nicely. Monday afternoon is similar with offshore winds, so a solid day for a beginner-friendly wave.

Tuesday the 15th is a write-off. The wind swings onshore and gets nasty, with a 6ft to 7ft cross-shore chop. The swell energy jumps to 688-715, but the quality is gone. Don’t bother.

Wednesday the 16th, the swell is getting bigger, up to 8ft from the WNW. The wind is cross-shore, and the energy is strong at 1346, but the size is getting too big for this break. It’s a no-go for paddle surfing.

The rest of that week, right through to Sunday the 21st, we’re seeing a lot of big, powerful swell. The waves are consistently over 8ft, hitting 12ft and even 16ft on Thursday the 17th. The wind is often strong or cross-shore, and the energy readings are massive, reaching 12305 on Thursday afternoon. This is expert territory, and even then, the conditions are messy. There’s a brief window on Sunday the 20th morning with light ESE winds and an 8ft WNW swell at 12 seconds, but again, it’s big and the break can’t handle it well.

Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Monday the 21st is your standout. We’ve got a 6ft swell from the west, a 12-second period, and clean offshore winds from the south at 12 mph. The energy is a solid 880. This is a proper, well-shaped wave, and it’s the best on offer in the whole run.

After that, the swell drops right off. Tuesday the 22nd has a tiny 1ft wave. There’s a gap of a few days of small to moderate, but often too big or messy surf. Things start to look promising again on Tuesday the 29th of September. We’ve got a 5ft groundswell from the WNW, a very long 14-second period, and light cross-off winds. The energy is a moderate 824. This is another promising window, but it’s a long way out, so treat it as a hopeful one for now.

Overall, keep your eye on Monday the 21st. That’s the one to aim for.

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Short Range Forecast

Moderate rain (total 18mm), heaviest on Wed night. Very mild (max 17°C on Mon morning, min 12°C on Wed morning). Winds increasing (light winds from the SSE on Mon afternoon, strong winds from the WSW by Wed night).

Days 4-6 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 7mm), mostly falling on Fri morning. Very mild (max 15°C on Fri afternoon, min 12°C on Sat night). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Thu afternoon, light winds from the SSE by Sat night).

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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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Energy kJ
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787
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2174
1319
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798
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12300
8861
4566
3176
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1510
2015
2211
2177
2088
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Wind (km/h)
20
SSW
15
SSE
35
WSW
25
WNW
30
W
35
NW
25
W
35
SW
35
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45
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40
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High Tide
8:48PM3.39m
9:04AM3.17m
9:21PM3.11m
9:37AM2.98m
9:55PM2.81m
10:13AM2.75m
10:34PM2.51m
10:59AM2.50m
11:27PM2.24m
12:14PM2.30m
1:09AM2.07m
2:17PM2.27m
3:08AM2.14m
Low Tide
2:31PM0.13m
2:52AM0.27m
3:06PM0.36m
3:24AM0.53m
3:42PM0.64m
3:57AM0.80m
4:22PM0.94m
4:37AM1.08m
5:16PM1.23m
5:35AM1.32m
6:50PM1.43m
7:26AM1.42m
8:57PM1.38m
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Temp °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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