Can I swim at Banna Strand right now?

The sea at Banna Strand is currently 19.3°C — good swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Banna Strand next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Banna Strand to sit close to 14.4°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Banna Strand?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Banna Strand, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Banna Strand?

With water currently at 19.3°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Ireland

County Kerry · Atlantic Ocean

Banna Strand

Blue Flag swimming strand on the Wild Atlantic coast near Tralee.

Mild water with a moderate swell and a moderate breeze — comfortable conditions for most swimmers.

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Sea temperature now

19.3°Cmild

Fair

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

15.4°C

Wave height

1.1 m

Wind

24.8 km/h

UV index

1.6 UV index

Location

Banna Strand on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

Shorty 2mm

At 19.3°C a 2mm shorty keeps surfers warm; lap swimmers can usually skip the neoprene.

Surf & watersports

Pleasant but not warm. A short-arm short-leg ("shorty") wetsuit traps body heat through the core while leaving arms and legs free. Open-water swimmers training for 30–60 minutes can usually go without; longer sessions benefit from a thin swim wetsuit.

Open-water swimming

Most swimmers fine to 60 minutes without; consider a 2mm swim suit beyond.

Recommendation tuned for Banna Strand's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Banna Strand today?

The sea is currently 19.3°C — fair swimming conditions. Acclimatised swimmers will be most comfortable.

Key takeaways

• Located in County Kerry, Ireland (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan10°C Feb9°C Mar9°C Apr10°C May11°C Jun13°C Jul15°C Aug16°C Sep15°C Oct14°C Nov12°C Dec11°C

9°C → 16°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	10°C	Cold
Feb	9°C	Cold
Mar	9°C	Cold
Apr	10°C	Cold
May	11°C	Cold
Jun	13°C	Cold
Jul	15°C	Bracing
Aug ⭐	16°C	Bracing
Sep	15°C	Bracing
Oct	14°C	Bracing
Nov	12°C	Cold
Dec	11°C	Cold