Height2.7 ft (0.8 m)Period4 sDirectionENETemp.—Wind—
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Ireland coverage
Ireland wave buoys and sea conditions surf report and buoy data
Ireland's exposed Atlantic coastline receives powerful swell while the Irish Sea and eastern coasts respond to different fetch and wind patterns. SwellOracle keeps regional observations and model estimates clearly separated. Start with the nearest recent reference, then check wind, tide and official marine information for the specific beach.
How to read this coverage
This page brings together surf, swell and wave conditions for Ireland wave buoys and sea conditions surf report and buoy data. SwellOracle separates real instrument observations from marine model points so you can understand what you are seeing before making a decision. Current coverage includes 2 recent observations and 1 model points; availability can vary by source and update time.
- Check the timestamp and source before comparing readings.
- Combine height, period and direction with your coastline orientation.
- Use models as context, not as an automatic substitute for a real buoy.
How to read Ireland's marine coverage
Compare stations from the same coastline or basin, paying close attention to period, direction and timestamp as Atlantic systems move across the island.
Use local wind, tide, official warnings and beach exposure alongside buoy or model data before making a surf or maritime decision.
Available coverage
2 recent observations
1 model points
1 reference stations
Latest regional observation:
Height—Period—Direction—Temp.—Wind—
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Height5 ft (1.5 m)Period5 sDirectionESETemp.—Wind—
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Height0 ft (0 m)Period—Direction—Temp.32 °F / 0 °CWind—
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History is enabled gradually when reusable, correctly identified observations are available. Models and references without a stored series keep their own page, but do not show historical charts.
Regional buoy and conditions table
Compare every station included in this hub by timestamp, source, height, period and direction. Physical stations and models are labelled separately.
| Reference | Source | Updated | Height | Period | Direction | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irish buoy M2Physical station | Marine Institute Ireland | 2026-08-24T15:00:00 UTC | 2.7 ft (0.8 m) | 3.8 s | ENE | — |
| Irish buoy M4Physical station | Marine Institute Ireland | No recent reusable reading | No recent reusable reading | — | — | — |
| Irish buoy M5Physical station | Marine Institute Ireland | 2026-08-24T15:00:00 UTC | 5 ft (1.5 m) | 4.6 s | ESE | — |
| West Ireland modelMarine model | Open-Meteo Marine | No recent reusable reading | No recent reusable reading | — | — | — |
No numeric difference is calculated when either source has no reading.
Buoy and history FAQs
What buoy information is available for Ireland wave buoys and sea conditions surf report and buoy data?
The published catalog includes 3 physical or reference stations and 1 model point for this region. Each source identifies its provider, location, data type and history status so observations are not mixed with estimates.
Why do some buoys have no historical charts?
Charts appear only when SwellOracle has a stored series of reusable, correctly identified observations. A station can keep its information page even when there is not yet a sufficient series for a chart.
What is the difference between a physical buoy and a marine model?
A physical buoy or station represents instrument measurements. A marine model estimates conditions at a grid point. Use observations as local confirmation and models as spatial context rather than treating them as equivalent sources.
How should swell height, period and direction be interpreted?
Read all three variables together: height describes the size of the signal, period helps explain its energy and direction shows where it comes from. Coastline shape, depth and local exposure can change what reaches the beach.
Keep tracking your buoys without missing a reading
Open the map, save your favorite buoys and get more context when you decide when to check conditions.
Practical takeaway
Compare Ireland references by coast and basin, then verify the timestamp, exposure and official marine information.