Is January a good time for surfing at Mullaghmore?

January is one of the best months for surfing at Mullaghmore. Waves 2 m, water 8°C (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 8°C.

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Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 8°C, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
  • Air: 8°C by day, 4°C at night
  • Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 7 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 19; a day can have both

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Questions

Is January a good time for surfing at Mullaghmore?

January is one of the best months for surfing at Mullaghmore. Waves 2 m, water 8°C (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 8°C.

How warm is the water at Mullaghmore in January?

About 8°C: 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.

How big are the waves at Mullaghmore in January?

About 2 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Mullaghmore in January?

Around 8°C by day and 4°C at night; sun (6+ hours) on about 7 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 19; a day can have both.

Where else can I go surfing in January?

Within 1,500 km: Zarautz (2.5 m waves), Sopelana (2.4 m waves) & Porto – Matosinhos (2.1 m waves).

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