Mullaghmore Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Alright folks, Rusty here. Let's have a look at what's on the cards for Mullaghmore over the next couple of weeks.

Right off the bat, the first week is a grind. We’ve got a heap of days with poor conditions and scores that don't reflect what you want to see. The real kicker is that the wind is mostly from the wrong direction for this sheltered spot, which needs that SE offshore. That big swell on the 8th of September is a no-go with a strong NW wind tearing it apart. You’ll be watching that one from the car park.

The first real glimmer of hope shows up on the morning of Tuesday the 15th of September. The swell drops to 5ft from the west, and more importantly, we get a light cross-offshore breeze. It’s not perfect, but it’s clean and the wave energy is moderate (422). This is the first time the stars are semi-aligned, making it a solid option for a more experienced surfer to get a few.

Then, the wait is on. There’s a real gap after that, but the patience pays off big time. The standout session is the morning of Friday the 18th of September. The guidance tells us this is the one to circle. We’ve got a solid 7ft swell from the west, pushing in with a long 11-second period, and the combined energy is strong (1048). The wind is a light breeze from the SSW, keeping it cross-offshore and clean. For a reef break like this, that’s a dream setup. The swell is big, but it’s not out of control for the advanced crew, and the consistency is there. This is the best on offer.

We also get a couple of nice follow-up sessions. The morning of Saturday the 19th of September has a clean 5ft swell from the WNW with a light offshore SE wind. And then, looking further into the second week, the morning of Wednesday the 23rd of September looks promising. It’s a long-range call, so it’s less certain, but it’s showing a 5ft swell from the west with a very long 14-second period and glassy conditions. That’s the kind of forecast that gets you excited.

The water temperature is sitting at 61°, which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year. Not a huge anomaly, but you’ll probably notice it’s a little more comfortable than usual.

So, to wrap it up: the first week is mostly a write-off. The window opens on the 15th, but the real day to clear your schedule is the morning of the 18th of September. Keep an eye on the 23rd as well, but don’t book the time off just yet.

Rusty.

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