Conditions at Lahinch in May
May: Fun-Sized Rippability
May is when summer starts to knock on the door, but the Atlantic still has a pulse. Average heights drop to around 4ft (1.2m) with a period of 9.8s - smaller and softer, but still plenty of clean waves for the right equipment. The waverose still shows a strong W influence (31.2%) with WSW at 19.2% and WNW at 20.7%, but the bulk of those waves are now in the 1-2ft to 4ft range, perfect for groveling or logging. The wind balance remains favorable, with 28% ideal conditions; offshore NNE/NE/ENE flows are regular, especially in the mornings. Water temperature warms to 11.8°C, air temps reach 11°C, and the countryside is lush and green. It is a great month for beginner-to-intermediate surfers and for anyone who prefers semi-clean, manageable conditions over a beating.
Average Spot conditions at Lahinch in May
Swell history for May
Wind history for May
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Lahinch during May. 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 Lahinch for your next trip in May.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Lahinch for May. 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 Lahinch.