Tullan Strand Surf Break

Lat Long: 54.50° N 8.27° W

Tullan Strand Surf Forecast and Surf Report

Issued: 6 pm 08 Aug 2026 (local time)

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Today's Tullan Strand sea temperature is
16.2° C
1.3° 

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


Tullan Strand surf forecast from 8 Aug 2026:

  • Best quality surf: Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period, W swell with cross-offshore winds.
  • Most powerful swell: Sunday 9 Aug, 10AM (local time) - 4.5ft (1.3m), 9s period, W swell with 276 kJ wave energy.
  • Next surfable swell (1★+): Sunday 9 Aug, 7AM (local time) - 4ft (1.2m), 9s period with W swell.

Best Forecast Surf Conditions for Tullan Strand this week:

The surf forecast for Tullan Strand over the next 16 days: The first swell (rated 1 star or higher) is forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 7AM. The primary swell is predicted to be 1.2m and 9s period. The wind is predicted to be cross-offshore as the swell arrives.

The most powerful waves expected at Tullan Strand in the next 16 days are 1.3m 9s and forecast to arrive on Sunday (Aug 09) at 10AM. Winds are predicted to be cross-shore at the time the swell arrives. The largest open ocean swell (not directed at the beach) is 0.4m 3s period and expected on Tuesday (Aug 11) at 10AM.

Wave TypeTime (IST) & Date Wave Height & Period
Next good surf (1 star+) 7AM (Sun 9th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 9s
Best Surf 7AM (Sun 9th Aug)4ft (1.2m) 9s
Most Powerful10AM (Sun 9th Aug)4.5ft (1.3m) 9s

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


The Lowdown

Alright, let’s break it down. The next week and a half is a tough one for Tullan Strand. We’re looking at a long stretch of mostly small, messy surf, with a few windows of opportunity that are worth noting.

The water is sitting at 61°, which is a touch warmer than usual for this time of year, so you can leave the thickest wetsuit at home.

Starting off on Saturday the 8th, there’s a bit of swell pushing 4 ft from the west with a 9-second period, but that light rain and a 12 mph southwest wind have it looking cross-off and unappealing. The combined swell energy is weak, sitting at (240), and it’s just not doing the break any favours.

Sunday the 9th is a write-off. The swell holds around 4 to 4 ft but the wind is straight-up poor—cross and cross-on—and the wave state is choppy and messy. No point paddling out.

Monday the 10th is the real standout. A brief moment of glory. On Monday morning, the swell drops to 3 ft from the west-northwest, with a short 8-second period, but the wind goes glassy. Absolutely still air. The waves are small and a bit weak (combined energy is only 90), but you’ll get clean, unchopped lines. That’s your best chance for a fun, relaxing paddle. Afternoon goes onshore and not worth it.

From Tuesday the 11th onward, we hit a real slump. The swell drops below 2 ft for days, with long period swells popping up (12 seconds on Tuesday afternoon) but almost no height to back it up. The energy is in the teens and thirties—frustratingly weak. The wind does turn offshore or cross-off at times, keeping things clean, but there’s nothing to ride.

Thursday the 13th morning offers a slight pulse (2 ft from the west, 10 seconds, combined energy of 102) and clean conditions, but the waves are ordinary. A pawn shop special.

Then, we go into a gap of days with no real recommendations. From the 14th through the 17th, it’s all poor surf conditions—small, short period, cross-onshore junk.

It’s not until Wednesday the 19th that the swell starts to build again. By Wednesday afternoon, we’re seeing 6 ft from the west (9 seconds, energy jumping to 533), but it’s all coming with a 19 mph cross-onshore wind. The waves are lumpy and bumpy. Not the kind of day that feels like surfing.

Thursday the 20th is the biggest push: 7 ft from the west-northwest (10 seconds) and combined energy hitting 833. That’s moderate to strong energy. But it’s onshore and onshore, blowing at 12 mph. For a beach and reef setup like this, it’ll be messy and probably better suited for a kite than a paddle.

By Friday the 21st, the swell drops back to 4 ft and the wind stays onshore. The window closes again.

A small glimmer shows up on Sunday the 23rd with a 3 ft from the west (9 seconds), clean cross-off wind from the south, and modest energy (110). Still small, but you might get a peaceful session if the wait is worth it.

Honestly, if you’re waiting for something solid, hold out for that Monday morning the 10th—glassy, tiny, and clean. That’s your single bright moment in a lineup that’s otherwise sleeping for the next two weeks. Forecasts can change, and this stretch isn’t unusual here, so hope is not lost, but right now, keep your expectations low.

- Rusty

Short Range Forecast

Light rain (total 5mm), mostly falling on Sun morning. Warm (max 20°C on Tue morning, min 12°C on Sun night). Wind will be generally light.

Days 5-7 Weather Summary

Light rain (total 6mm), mostly falling on Wed night. Warm (max 24°C on Wed afternoon, min 16°C on Fri morning). Wind will be generally light.

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Tuesday
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9
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0.9
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Metric surfscale
Energy kJ
240
265
276
206
125
85
60
27
8
12
58
33
31
149
102
68
40
22
12
33
Wind (km/h)
20
SW
10
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20
SW
15
WNW
5
NW
5
WSW
5
NW
15
ESE
15
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20
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SSE
10
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15
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High Tide
3:00AM2.66m
3:42PM2.89m
4:17AM2.81m
4:47PM3.21m
5:18AM3.00m
5:40PM3.53m
6:09AM3.16m
6:27PM3.79m
6:54AM3.27m
7:10PM3.94m
7:36AM3.31m
7:51PM3.96m
Low Tide
8:41PM1.00m
9:15AM0.87m
10:03PM0.75m
10:22AM0.66m
11:06PM0.45m
11:15AM0.42m
11:58PM0.17m
12:02PM0.20m
00:44AM-0.03m
12:44PM0.05m
1:26AM-0.13m
1:25PM-0.01m
2:05AM-0.11m
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Temp °C
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Feels °C
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Information about the Tullan Strand Surf forecast

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

Tullan Strand is 19 km (12 miles) from Killybegs. If you plan a holiday in Donegal, look for hotels and other accommodation in Killybegs. Killybegs has rooms for a wide range of budgets as well as car hire and transport links.

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