About This Spot
Isle of Lewis / Uig Bay, Scotland (UK) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Scotland (UK).
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Flat water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from April to October, Isle of Lewis / Uig Bay, Scotland (UK) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Nearly always windy. SW or westerlies are common. Northerlies feel cold but can be strong. Most beaches are North facing. Average wind speed 12 knots, in winter this is nearer 30 knots. Very rare to have no wind at all. Winds strong in winter and can be wet. Wind average 3-6 Bft. Works best on W or NW.
When to Go
Water rarely below 7°C, wetsuit advised although on very hot days it is not necessary. Season good April to October. There is excellent surf most of the year. Rarely gets very cold, maximum temperature of air is around 23°C. Can rain a lot in winter. Average water temperature of 10°C.
What to Expect
Flat, shallow, crystal clear. High tides are spectacular 1.5 miles square of flat shallow water, about 2ft deep. Tide comes in slowly.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Nearly always windy. SW or westerlies are common. Northerlies feel cold but can be strong. Most beaches are North facing. Average wind speed 12 knots, in winter this is nearer 30 knots. Very rare to have no wind at all. Winds strong in winter and can be wet. Wind average 3-6 Bft. Works best on W or NW.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat, shallow, crystal clear. High tides are spectacular 1.5 miles square of flat shallow water, about 2ft deep. Tide comes in slowly.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Drive 36 miles from the airport. Head for west coast on A858 and in Garrynahine take the B8011 to Uig. Follow this road for 25 min and you will see the bay. Continue until you see signs for Ardroil Sands. Take that road and park near toilet block. There are buses but to hire a car/van is the best. The West coast is covered with excellent beaches.
Location
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