Sandycove
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Forecast via Open-MeteoSeason overview
Daily scores over the last 12 months at Sandycove
What to pack
- 4/3mm wetsuit recommended for 13°C water.
- Small waves expected. Longboard or fish to make the most of it.
- Sunny days ahead. Sun cream and a rashie.
Today's briefing
Barely any swell. Not much to work with today. Short-period wind swell — expect weak, crumbly faces. Mirror-smooth surface. About as clean as it gets.
Conditions summary for Sandycove. Always check local reports before heading out.
Forecast accuracy at Sandycove
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This week is looking about average for late April.
Comparing the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Sandycove.
What's driving it
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Last 2 days of logged conditions.
About Sandycove
Historic Dublin Bay swim spot at the Forty Foot
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Create Profile →Frequently asked questions
How often is this page updated?
Current conditions refresh every 6 hours when the cron runs. Hourly data updates every 30 minutes. The 7-day forecast, luck factor, and packing notes are all pre-computed at the same time.
What is the luck factor?
We compare the 7-day forecast to the last 5 years of marine data for the same week at Sandycove. The delta tells you whether conditions are shaping up better, worse, or about the same as a typical late April.
How is 'best session' picked?
We score each day of the 7-day forecast using the same algorithm as the leaderboard, and highlight the highest scorer.
Where does the data come from?
Open-Meteo's Marine API (swell height, period, water temperature) and Weather API (wind and conditions).
Does the score capture local knowledge?
Honestly, no. Every break has tide windows, swell directions and reef contours that a global model cannot see. Treat the score as a starting point, then check a local cam.
When is the best time to surf Sandycove?
Check our timing score heatmap above for a week-by-week breakdown combining surf conditions with crowd pressure.