Surf Forecasts:
Rossbeigh Strand surf forecast from 1 Sep 2026:
- Best quality surf: Sunday 6 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 11ft (3.5m), 10s period, WSW swell with cross-shore winds.
- Most powerful swell: Friday 4 Sep, 4PM (local time) - 10ft (3.0m), 12s period, WNW swell with 2,620 kJ wave energy.
- Next surfable swell (1★+): Tuesday 1 Sep, 10PM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 7s period with W swell.
Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Rossbeigh Strand this week:
The surf forecast for Rossbeigh Strand over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Tuesday (Sep 01) at 10PM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 7s period with a secondary swell of 0.2m and 16s. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.
The most powerful waves expected at Rossbeigh Strand in the next 16 days are 3.0m 12s and forecast to arrive on Friday (Sep 04) at 4PM. Winds are predicted to be cross-onshore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 1.9m 11s period and expected on Saturday (Sep 05) at 10AM.
| Wave Type | Time (IST) & Date | Wave Height & Period |
|---|---|---|
| Next good surf (1 star+) | 10PM (Tue 1st Sep) | 4ft (1.2m) 7s |
| Best Surf | 4PM (Sun 6th Sep) | 11ft (3.5m) 10s |
| Most Powerful | 4PM (Fri 4th Sep) | 10ft (3.0m) 12s |
Table - best surf conditions forecast for Rossbeigh Strand over the next 16 days.
The Lowdown
G’day, Rusty here. Let’s have a look at what’s coming down the line for Rossbeigh Strand. Right off the bat, I gotta tell ya, it’s a rough start. The first good surf we see isn’t until the second day of the month, and even then, it’s a battle. The water’s sitting at 64°F which is a touch warmer than normal for this time of year – a nice little bonus for your toes.
The opening week is mostly a write-off. Tuesday the 1st is a no-go, with weak 4ft swell and a short 7-second period, all messed up by cross-onshore winds. Wednesday the 2nd tries to show something in the afternoon with 6ft swell (energy 465) but the wind stays cross-shore and it’s only marginal at best. Thursday and Friday look downright grim with onshore wind and messy conditions. Saturday the 5th offers a tiny glimmer of hope in the afternoon – 5ft from the NW with a 10-second period, light cross-shore breeze and 523 units of energy – but it’s still just a marginal call.
Now, if you’re a serious surfer, keep your eyes on Sunday the 6th. The afternoon session pumps a solid 12ft from the WSW with a 10-second groundswell. That’s a lot of water moving, energy reading a huge 2079. The wind is a moderate cross-shore, which isn’t perfect, but the report says wind and tide are favorable. However, 12ft is big – that’s expert territory, well over the 8ft mark, so if you’re a beginner, give this one a wide berth.
After that, the following week is full of promise but also a lot of noise. The 8th of September sees another 10ft swell (energy 1891) with a 10-second period, but again, it’s only just hanging onto a marginal rating. The real standout, and I mean the absolute highlight of this whole forecast, is Wednesday the 16th of September. The morning is glassy – I’m talking light SW winds, a proper “glass” condition. The swell is a thumping 12ft from the WNW with a very long 14-second period. The combined energy hits a massive 4424. That is raw, powerful groundswell. The problem is that 12ft with a long period like 14 seconds is going to be a freight train at a beach break like this. It’s likely to close out and be too big for most, but if you’re an expert on a point or reef, you’d be frothing. The afternoon stays big but the wind swings cross-on, so the morning window is the one to chase.
Overall, the first week is a “stay at home” kinda deal, with the exception of Sunday the 6th for experts only. Then there’s a bit of a lull, but that last day, the 16th, is the one that could be epic if you’ve got the skills.
Rusty, signing off.
Short Range ForecastModerate rain (total 17mm), heaviest on Tue night. Very mild (max 18°C on Tue morning, min 14°C on Tue night). Wind will be generally light. | Days 4-6 Weather SummarySome drizzle, heaviest during Sun afternoon. Very mild (max 18°C on Sun morning, min 13°C on Fri night). Wind will be generally light. | ||||||||||||||||||||
Tuesday 1 | Wednesday 2 | Thursday 3 | Friday 4 | Saturday 5 | Sunday 6 | Monday 7 | |||||||||||||||
AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | |
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Wave Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | W 7 | WNW 8 | SW 7 | SW 8 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | W 9 | W 10 | WNW 10 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | WSW 9 | NW 10 | NW 9 | SSW 7 | WSW 10 | WSW 11 | SW 10 | WSW 9 | W 9 |
Wave Graph | |||||||||||||||||||||
168 | 177 | 95 | 273 | 368 | 445 | 629 | 683 | 943 | 1368 | 2620 | 2241 | 173 | 471 | 182 | 436 | 2079 | 2388 | 600 | 1176 | 1752 | |
Wind (km/h) | |||||||||||||||||||||
Wind State on-shore cross-onshore cross-shore cross-offshore off-shore glassy | cross | cross-on | cross-off | cross-on | cross | cross-on | cross-on | cross-on | on | on | cross-on | on | cross-on | cross | cross-off | cross-off | cross | on | on | on | cross |
High Tide | 8:05PM3.30m | 8:30AM3.17m | 8:48PM3.10m | 9:16AM2.98m | 9:42PM2.86m | 10:15AM2.79m | 10:54PM2.65m | 11:34AM2.66m | 00:27AM2.56m | 1:06PM2.70m | 1:58AM2.68m | 2:25PM2.91m | 3:08AM2.93m | ||||||||
Low Tide | 1:45PM0.37m | 2:06AM0.33m | 2:25PM0.52m | 2:49AM0.55m | 3:14PM0.71m | 3:42AM0.81m | 4:19PM0.92m | 4:56AM1.04m | 5:53PM1.03m | 6:37AM1.11m | 7:35PM0.91m | 8:07AM0.97m | 8:49PM0.64m | ||||||||
6:50 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:52 | — | — | 6:54 | — | — | 6:56 | — | — | 6:58 | — | — | 7:00 | — | — | |
— | 8:28 | — | — | 8:25 | — | — | 8:22 | — | — | 8:21 | — | — | 8:19 | — | — | 8:16 | — | — | 8:14 | — | |
mm | — | — | 7 | 1 | 2 | — | — | 4 | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Temp °C | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
Feels °C | 16 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 12 |
Swell 1 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | W 7 | N 6 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | WNW 8 | NNW 8 | NNW 11 | W 9 | N 10 | SW 14 | WNW 12 | WNW 12 | NW 11 | NW 10 | NW 9 | NW 8 | NNW 8 | WSW 11 | WNW 9 | NW 9 | SSW 11 |
168 | 3 | 95 | 54 | 37 | 14 | 40 | 683 | 33 | 54 | 2620 | 2241 | 819 | 471 | 182 | 42 | 7 | 2388 | 549 | 117 | 22 | |
Swell 2 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | N 6 | SSW 17 | WSW 6 | SSW 16 | SW 15 | SSW 15 | SW 15 | N 11 | SW 15 | N 10 | SW 14 | SW 14 | WSW 9 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | — | — | S 12 | — | — |
7 | 30 | 41 | 25 | 60 | 21 | 55 | 58 | 60 | 8 | 53 | 51 | 173 | 17 | 17 | 33 | — | — | 3 | — | — | |
Swell 3 Height (m) Direction Period (s) | SW 18 | S 10 | SSW 16 | N 9 | N 8 | N 12 | N 8 | SW 15 | — | — | N 9 | SSW 14 | SW 14 | SSW 13 | SSW 13 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
12 | 2 | 25 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 57 | — | — | 7 | 79 | 47 | 35 | 34 | — | — | — | — | — | — | |
Wind waves Height (m) Direction Period (s) | WSW 6 | W 7 | S 4 | SW 7 | SW 8 | WSW 8 | WSW 8 | — | W 10 | WNW 10 | — | — | — | S 5 | S 5 | SSW 7 | WSW 10 | — | SW 10 | WSW 9 | W 9 |
85 | 177 | 48 | 273 | 368 | 445 | 629 | — | 943 | 1368 | — | — | — | 64 | 104 | 436 | 2079 | — | 600 | 1176 | 1752 | |
Nearest Offshore or Glassy | |||||||||||||||||||||
Distance (km) | 21 | 21 | 0 | 21 | 21 | 250 | 376 | 18 | 127 | 136 | 365 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 0 | 21 | 384 | 136 | 93 | 30 | 18 |
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Information about the Rossbeigh Strand Surf forecast
The above surf forecast table for Rossbeigh Strand provides essential information for determining whether the surfing conditions will be good over the next 16 days. A general guide to surfing at Rossbeigh Strand can be found by selecting the local surf guide option on the grey menu. Our Rossbeigh 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 (Rossbeigh 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 Rossbeigh 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.
Are you planning a holiday in Kerry? If you are looking for accommodation near Rossbeigh Strand, camping, hotels and holiday cottages in Kerry, consider staying in Fenit which is 24 km (15 miles) away. Other places in and around Kerry where you can find information about places to rent, and car hire include Valentia which is 24 km (15 miles) away, Tra Li, Bantry and Foynes.











