About This Spot
Strandhill, Ireland is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Ireland.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Shallow and Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SSE–S–SSW winds, peaking from March to October, Strandhill, Ireland delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Works also with SSE.
When to Go
All year round is possible, but in winter very cold with thick wetsuit. Summer shorty can be possible, normally a long wetsuit is very common.
What to Expect
Lots of shallow water. Good waves, can get big with according swell.
Wind & Conditions
SSE · S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Works also with SSE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Lots of shallow water. Good waves, can get big with according swell.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Sligo drive west on R292 to Strandhill.
Location
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