Salthill Beach (Galway City West)

Coast, Galway City West, West. We calculate high and low water here from an ocean tide model — accurate to about 5 cm on open coasts, considerably less in tidal flats and river mouths. Under the EU Bathing Water Directive the water quality in the 2025 season was classified as excellent. No dogs

• Low tide at 12:40, High tide at 16:30 (Local time at the spot)
• Sea: Atlantic Ocean
• Water temperature 16.1 °C — NOAA Geo-Polar Blended (5 km), measured 20/09/2026 13:00

Common questions about this spot

Is the water clean here?

Under the EU Bathing Water Directive the water quality in the 2025 season was classified as excellent.

How warm is the water?

Water temperature 16.1 °C — NOAA Geo-Polar Blended (5 km), measured 20/09/2026 13:00.

When is high and low tide?

Low tide at 12:40, High tide at 16:30 (Local time at the spot).

Can I bring my dog?

No dogs.

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