What does the hourly forecast show for winging at Banff - Beach?

Our hourly view shows wind speed, gusts, direction, tide height, swell, and water quality for each daylight hour (7am–7pm). Use the date dropdown to jump to any day in the next 14 days.

How often is the hourly winging forecast updated for Banff - Beach?

Forecast data is refreshed regularly. Wind, tide, and swell predictions are updated as new model runs become available, typically several times per day.

Banff - Beach — Wind & weather forecast

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Best winging conditions at Banff - Beach

Wind Direction

N, NW, NE (Clean Northerly swell producer)

Wind Speed

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

Tide

Best at High Tide (+/- 2 hrs) for foil clearance over the rocky seabed. Access is restricted at other tidal states.

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About Winging at Banff - Beach

Banff Beach on the Moray Firth is a favorite for local windsurfers and a growing number of wing foilers. This north-facing spot picks up clean Northerly swells, offering fun jumping ramps and rolling waves in an accessible setting. The bay’s topography helps shape the waves, making it a reliable choice for 'bump and jump' sessions. The local community is welcoming and knowledgeable about the Firth’s unique conditions. Because parts of the seabed are rocky, use our Banff winging forecast to track high-tide windows for the best foil clearance and safe launching on this scenic stretch of the Scottish coast.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at Banff - Beach

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for Banff - Beach

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 Banff - Beach.

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KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at Banff - Beach

Banff - Beach winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at Banff - Beach, Aberdeenshire.

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Tides

Tide times for Banff - Beach

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

View tide times for Banff - Beach 13-day tide table & charts

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at Banff - Beach today?

Water quality at Banff - Beach

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

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