What does the hourly forecast show for winging at Ballyhiernan Bay?

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Ballyhiernan Bay — Wind & weather forecast

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Best winging conditions at Ballyhiernan Bay

Wind Direction

NW, N, W (Best for Atlantic groundswell magnet)

Wind Speed

15-22 knots for stable flight and small swell; 25 knots + for advanced wave riding with 3m or smaller wings.

Tide

Mid tide

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About Winging at Ballyhiernan Bay

Ballyhiernan Bay on the Fanad Peninsula in County Donegal is a premier Irish swell magnet, picking up consistent Atlantic groundswell. For wing foilers and windsurfers, this north-facing beach offers a world-class arena of turquoise water and rolling waves. It is particularly popular because it provides a more manageable entry into wave riding compared to nearby rocky reefs. The iconic Fanad Head Lighthouse provides a scenic backdrop for every session. Our Ballyhiernan winging forecast tracks the best offshore wind windows to help you enjoy clean, organized waves in one of Ireland's most spectacular and uncrowded coastal settings.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at Ballyhiernan Bay

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for Ballyhiernan Bay

LIVE hourly wind, an interactive wind map with customised forecast ratings, and a 14-day outlook on the same page - everything you need to plan a session at Ballyhiernan Bay.

SHOW 24 HOURSLIVE · 24h Current conditions and next hours Wind Map & 14 Day Outlook Detailed wind forecast for winging at Ballyhiernan Bay.

KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at Ballyhiernan Bay

Ballyhiernan Bay winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at Ballyhiernan Bay, Donegal.

Read the full KnotNow guide Conditions & local tips for Ballyhiernan Bay

Tides

Tide times for Ballyhiernan Bay

High and low water times, tide curves, moon phase, and spring vs neap context - plan your winging or sailing session around the tide at Ballyhiernan Bay, Donegal.

View tide times for Ballyhiernan Bay 13-day tide table & charts

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at Ballyhiernan Bay today?

Water quality at Ballyhiernan Bay

At KnotNow, we report on real-time sewage discharge data to help you decide if the conditions at Ballyhiernan Bay, Donegal are right for you to sail or wing foil.

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