Conditions at Bundoran in August
August: Summer Fizzle
August remains firmly in the low season. Swell levels hover around 3ft (0.9m) with an average period of 8.8s, and the wave rose continues to be dominated by WNW, W and NW energy in the small to mid-low range. There are slightly more 1-1.5m waves than in July, but the bigger picture is still small, average-period surf - more sputtery summer windswell than meaningful groundswell.
Ideal offshore winds sit at just 18 percent. The positive note is the warmest water of the year, averaging 16.4°C, and air temperatures around 14.1°C, so you can almost leave the winter hood at home. However, without a hurricane or late-summer Atlantic low to stir things up, Bundoran in August is a spot for longboarders, beginners, and surfers happy to log small-wave sessions.
Average Spot conditions at Bundoran in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Bundoran during August. Based on historical data, there is a % probability of groundswell occurring this month. The chart below provides a detailed breakdown of the average wave height distribution, offering deep insights into the swell quality and surf potential you can expect at Bundoran for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Bundoran for August. Our analysis shows that favorable offshore or side-shore winds coincide with surfable swell approximately % of the time. The accompanying graph illustrates the average size distribution of waves during these optimal wind windows at Bundoran.