🌍Ireland·Europe

Strandhill, Ireland

● Beginner◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanWind sports destination

Wind

SSE–S–SSW

Best Season

Mar–Oct

Water

Shallow · Small waves

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.

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Why Riders Love It

Works also with SSE.

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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.

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What to Expect

Lots of shallow water. Good waves, can get big with according swell.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

SSE · S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction

Works also with SSE.

Best Months

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Water Conditions

ShallowSmall wavesMedium wavesBig waves

Lots of shallow water. Good waves, can get big with according swell.

Big beachSand💧 Clean

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets
🍹Beach Bar / Food
📚Lessons Available
🏨Accommodation
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

From Sligo drive west on R292 to Strandhill.

Location

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Strandhill, Ireland

54.2715°N, -8.6072°E

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