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Banna Strand

County Kerry, Ireland•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.09/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

15.8°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€53/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for County Kerry · NOAA satellite data

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Refreshing Plunge

Jan

9.5°C

Air 13°C

Feb

9.0°C

Air 14°C

Mar

9.1°C

Air 16°C

Apr

10.0°C

Air 19°C

May

11.6°C

Air 22°C

Jun

13.8°C

Air 25°C

Jul

15.3°C

Air 27°C

Peak

Aug

15.8°C

Air 27°C

Sep

15.0°C

Air 25°C

Oct

13.5°C

Air 22°C

Nov

11.9°C

Air 18°C

Dec

10.6°C

Air 15°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 15.8°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Ireland Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Banna Strand

A long, dune-backed Kerry strand of golden sand and rolling Atlantic surf beneath the Slieve Mish mountains.

Destination Advisory & Classificationcold-water destination (15.8°C peak) — aesthetic/scenic ranking rather than warm swimming

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Accessible via the R551 near Ardfert, roughly 7km north of Tralee, with designated car parking.

•Protected Status / Environment: Sand dune system designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and protected coastal habitat.

•Notable Feature: Historic wide Atlantic sandy beach associated with Sir Roger Casement and the 1916 Easter Rising.

Official Tourism Authorities:discoverireland.ie

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near County Kerry. Accessible via regional coastal roads (52.320°N, -9.827°E).

•Broad and lively; lifeguarded in summer.

•A long dune-backed Kerry strand with Tralee Bay views.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across County Kerry, Ireland.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Banna Strand

What is the water temperature at Banna Strand?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Banna Strand averages 15.8°C (60°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Banna Strand?

Banna Strand is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in County Kerry, Ireland.

Is Banna Strand good for families with kids?

Banna Strand has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Banna Strand?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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