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Falmore Beach, Ireland

20.1kts

SSW · Windsaison

Falmore Beach delivers 301 windy days a year—but Atlantic chop and fast weather swings demand respect and solid edge control.

IntermediateAdvancedFreerideFreestyleFoil
20.1kts
Durchschnittswind
301
Windtage / Jahr
08:00–11:00
Beste Windzeit
SSW
Hauptwindrichtung

Lage

Nächste Flughäfen
Airport - Dublin
Koordinaten
54.0965, -10.1125
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Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)

25
Jan
24
Feb
22
Mär
21
Apr
18
Mai
20
Jun
18
Jul
23
Aug
21
Sep
24
Okt
25
Nov
27
Dez

Jan

90%

fahrbar

24.9 kts

Feb

95%

fahrbar

24 kts

Mär

82%

fahrbar

22.2 kts

Apr

73%

fahrbar

21.4 kts

Mai

60%

fahrbar

18.3 kts

Jun

88%

fahrbar

20.1 kts

Jul

81%

fahrbar

17.8 kts

Aug

82%

fahrbar

22.9 kts

Sep

92%

fahrbar

21.3 kts

Okt

85%

fahrbar

23.9 kts

Nov

78%

fahrbar

24.8 kts

Dez

82%

fahrbar

26.9 kts

Beste Windrichtungen

  • SSW
  • S
  • SW
  • WSW
  • W

Wasserbedingungen

  • Ocean
  • Choppy

Beste Monate

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

Gefahren

  • Choppy Atlantic ocean conditions with unpredictable swell and strong currents
  • Cold water temperatures and potential hypothermia exposure
  • Rocky outcrops and shallow areas near shore requiring careful navigation
  • Strong gusty winds common in Irish coastal weather patterns

Was das für dich heißt

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

Ausstattung

  • Basic beach access and parking facilities
  • Nearby cafes and pubs in local village
  • Limited but available local kite schools and rental shops

Lokale Tipps

With 301 windy days annually, this is a reliable spot but weather can shift rapidly; always check local forecasts and tidal conditions before heading out. Winter months offer the most consistent wind but coldest water.

Einstieg & Strand

Launch from the beach working with the consistent SSW-W wind directions; choppy conditions require careful edge control and awareness of offshore gusts that can develop quickly.

Lokale Regeln

Respect local swimmers and beach users by maintaining clear riding zones; coordinate with other kiters during crowded sessions to avoid tangled lines.

Was anziehen

A 5/4mm or 6/5mm winter wetsuit is essential year-round given Irish water temperatures rarely exceed 15°C; add hood and gloves during winter months (Nov-Mar).

Was einpacken

Kite-Größen

  • 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
  • 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn

Boards

  • Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck

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

The Experience

Falmore Beach is a workhorse spot. Wind is there most days. Park, walk on, launch into SSW-W Atlantic wind that comes hard and gusty. No perfect sandbars, no frills—just consistent conditions and Irish coastal weather that doesn't wait for you.

The wind isn't smooth. Gusts spike without warning. You're constantly managing power and reading the sky. Zone out and you'll pay for it. Edge control matters. Respect matters more.

Wind & Conditions

301 windy days annually means you won't sit idle. Winter (January–March) brings the hardest, most consistent sessions. Summer stays reliable—unusual for Ireland.

But windy isn't easy. SSW-W wind funnels along the Irish coast with sudden surges. Open Atlantic fetch builds chop fast. Small swell turns messy. Conditions shift within an hour.

Water & Hazards

Cold water year-round. Winter pushes most riders toward thicker suits or booties.

The real danger: currents run strong along shore. Atlantic swell here is unpredictable and powerful. Rocky outcrops and shallow zones need navigation skill. Tide changes fast and affect launch and landing zones significantly.

Check tide. Check swell forecast. The sea moves faster than your weather app.

Who It's For

Intermediate kiters comfortable in Atlantic chop and current awareness. You need to read conditions yourself and make fast safety calls. Still learning cross-currents? Work somewhere easier first.

Winter riders chasing consistent wind and okay with cold will find reliability here. Summer trips work if you're flexible on variable conditions.

Logistics

Village nearby with cafes and pubs. Rental and instruction exist but aren't extensive. You come to ride, not for amenities. Local knowledge is thin—bring multiple forecasts and understand tides before launch.