Best Time to Ride · SUP · Ireland
SUP in Ireland
2 SUP spots in Ireland. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for SUP.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for SUP in Ireland: July–August. Then water around 17°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Lahinch & Bundoran.
- For beginners: Lahinch & Bundoran.
LahinchMunster (County Clare), Ireland · best January–April, September–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 11°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ SNN 38 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Water: average sea surface temperature.
Month by month in Ireland
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 8°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 9°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°C |
| MarchMar | 9°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 10°C |
| AprilApr | 11°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 12°C |
| MayMay | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| JuneJun | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JulyJul | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| AugustAug | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| SeptemberSep | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| OctoberOct | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 14°C |
| NovemberNov | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 11°C |
| DecemberDec | 10°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for SUP in Ireland?
Best time for SUP in Ireland: July–August. Then water around 17°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Ireland?
It depends on the month: about 17°C water in August (4/3 wetsuit) and about 8°C in January (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is Ireland good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Lahinch & Bundoran.
Which airport is closest?
Shannon Airport (SNN), 38 km from Lahinch; Donegal Airport (CFN), 63 km from Bundoran.
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