Conditions at Magheroarty in July
July: Summer Lull
July is the heart of the summer low season. The Atlantic averages a modest 4.9ft (1.5m) with a short-period 8.7s, the lowest of the year. The wave rose still shows a lot of W (27.4%) and WNW (22.5%) energy, but the heights are dominated by 0.5-1.5m waves, and there is very little XL or even over-2m swell. Magheroarty turns into a small-wave beach break, best suited to a longboard or a summer shortboard with extra foam.
The favourable wind percentage holds at 16%, and SW/WSW winds are common; however, onshore N/NW/NNW winds also take their share, especially when Atlantic lows push across the north of Scotland. Water temp reaches 15.3°C and air temps average 14.0°C, making it the most pleasant time of year to sit in the water. With 3.70mm/day of rain, you will still get unsettled spells, but July is all about fun, rippable summer waves rather than heavy sessions.
Average Spot conditions at Magheroarty in July
Swell history for July
Wind history for July
Swell quality
Analyze the groundswell consistency at Magheroarty during July. 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 Magheroarty for your next trip in July.
Ground swell
Ground swell by size
Wind conditions
Evaluate the wind and swell alignment at Magheroarty for July. 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 Magheroarty.