Conditions at Doolin Point in August
August: Fading Summer, First Whiff of Autumn
August remains firmly in summer's grip, but there are tiny signs of life as the ocean begins to stir. Average swell inches up to 3-4ft (0.9-1.2m) and period to 8.9s, still short and comparatively weak. The swell rose is dominated by W (43.5%), WNW (20.5%), and WSW (18.7%), with the majority falling in the 2-5ft class; the 5-6ft (1.5-1.8m) range from W does gain some traction at 8.6%. Wind continues to be a hindrance: WSW (13.2%), W (12.2%), and WNW (11.8%) are the top three wind directions, and SW (10.8%) is right behind. Only 14% ideal wind, so clean sessions are a rarity. Water is at its warmest at 16.7°C and air averages 15.3°C, so comfort is on your side. Late August often sees the first long-period WNW groundswell of autumn wrap around the island, and the Point can suddenly light up with punchy, heaving walls - a preview of the season ahead.
Average Spot conditions at Doolin Point in August
Swell history for August
Wind history for August
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Doolin Point 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 Doolin Point for your next trip in August.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Doolin Point 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 Doolin Point.