Ballybunion South Surf Report
County Kerry · Beginner-friendly beach break
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About Ballybunion South Beach
South Beach is the smaller of the two beaches at Ballybunion, separated from North Beach by the ruined Ballybunion Castle on the headland. It's a shorter, more sheltered strand - useful on days when North is too big or too windy.
The beach catches W to NW swells with E offshore winds. Mid tide is best. Easy walk from the town centre. Quieter than North on most days, with the same town infrastructure within easy reach.
Type
Beach break · sheltered west-facing strand
Best swell
W–NW (250–315°), 0.8–3.0m
Best wind
E (offshore), 70–135°
Best tide
Mid is best
Best period
10–16s
Skill level
Beginner to advanced
Best season
Sep–Apr
Parking
Town car park · short walk down
Hazards & Notes
- Rocks at the castle headland north end
- Rip current on bigger swells
- Busy in summer
- Cold water · proper wetsuit outside high summer
14-Day Forecast
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