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Ireland · Ireland

Easkey, Ireland

13.2kts

SW · Windsaison

Easkey delivers Atlantic swell and SW winds on 197 days a year. Cold water, strong currents, and timing your entry between sets come standard.

IntermediateAdvancedFreerideFreestyleFoil
13.2kts
Durchschnittswind
197
Windtage / Jahr
08:00–11:00
Beste Windzeit
SW
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Dublin
Koordinaten
54.2936, -8.9595
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

18
Jan
17
Feb
16
Mär
17
Apr
15
Mai
16
Jun
15
Jul
16
Aug
16
Sep
18
Okt
17
Nov
19
Dez

Jan

58%

fahrbar

17.9 kts

Feb

70%

fahrbar

16.6 kts

Mär

65%

fahrbar

16.4 kts

Apr

47%

fahrbar

17 kts

Mai

26%

fahrbar

15.4 kts

Jun

53%

fahrbar

15.6 kts

Jul

37%

fahrbar

14.8 kts

Aug

61%

fahrbar

16.3 kts

Sep

57%

fahrbar

16.3 kts

Okt

53%

fahrbar

18.2 kts

Nov

60%

fahrbar

17.1 kts

Dez

61%

fahrbar

18.7 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • SW
  • SSW
  • S
  • WSW
  • WNW

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Choppy

Beste Monate

Jan
Feb
Mär
Apr
Mai
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Okt
Nov
Dez

Gefahren

  • Atlantic swell and choppy ocean conditions create strong currents and difficult water entry/exit
  • Rocky outcrops and reef hazards common along Irish coastline require careful route planning
  • Cold water and sudden weather changes typical of Irish west coast exposure
  • Rocks and shallow areas near shore demand awareness during launch and landing

Was das für dich heißt

  • Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
  • Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
  • Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
  • Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten

Ausstattung

  • Nearby village of Easkey with basic services and local accommodation
  • Beach access with parking available
  • Local kite schools and rental shops in surrounding area

Lokale Tipps

Easkey receives exceptional wind consistency with 197 windy days annually, making it reliable despite unpredictable Irish weather swings. Check local tide tables and swell forecasts before sessions, as conditions change rapidly on the exposed west coast.

Einstieg & Strand

Launching in choppy ocean conditions requires careful timing with swell cycles; SW to WSW winds are most favorable and allow cleaner water entry from the beach.

Lokale Regeln

Respect local surfers who frequent this Irish beach break; stay clear of prime surf zones and communicate your intentions with other water users.

Was anziehen

A 5/4mm or 6/5mm wetsuit is essential year-round; winter months (Nov-Mar) demand hoods and booties for Atlantic cold water temperatures around 8-10°C.

Was einpacken

Kite-Größen

  • 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
  • 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn

Boards

  • Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
  • Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn

Was anziehen (nach Klima)

Im Wasser
4/3-mm-Neoprenanzug mit Schuhen.
An Land
Isolierte Jacke und Mütze — im Zwiebelprinzip.

Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (kühl-gemäßigte Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.

Vorfahrt & Verhalten

  1. 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
  2. 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
  3. 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
  4. 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
  5. 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.

Spot-Guide

Wind & Conditions

197 windy days annually means you can actually book a trip here and ride. SW to WSW winds are ideal—cleanest water entry you'll get on this exposed coast. Average 13.2 knots keeps conditions solid, not marginal. Irish weather shifts fast though. Check forecasts and tide tables before you go.

The Water

Strong currents run through here, driven by swell and tidal movement. Rocky outcrops line the approach—navigate carefully, don't walk on them. Shallow nearshore demands respect on launch and landing. Water is cold year-round; bring a proper winter suit. Entry and exit require patience. Time your launches between swell sets. Rush it and white water will punish you.

Difficulty & Who Rides It

Intermediate minimum. You need solid water awareness, comfort in chop, and willingness to move deliberately. Easkey doesn't forgive carelessness.

Getting There

Easkey village has basic services and local accommodation. Kite schools and rental shops operate in the area. You're in a working fishing village, not a resort town. The spot exists on its own terms.