Can I wing foil at Calshot today?

Check our real-time forecast on this page for today's conditions. KnotNow's rating combines wind speed, direction, tide state, and water quality to give you a quick Go/No-Go assessment for each hour.

What does the KnotNow rating mean for Calshot?

Our unique rating system combines wind speed, direction, and tide state with real-time water quality data to give you an instant 'Go' or 'No-Go' assessment for your session.

What wind directions work best for Calshot?

Calshot works best with winds from SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW directions. These provide clean conditions across the area, protected from open water swell.

How reliable is the extended wind forecast for winging at Calshot?

Long-range outlooks are excellent for spotting weather trends. For session planning, use the wind map and day-by-day ratings on this page, and switch to LIVE for hour-by-hour detail as your date approaches.

Can I see hourly wind gusts for winging at Calshot?

Yes. Open LIVE (hourly) for wind speed, gusts, direction, tide, and water quality for each daylight hour, with a date picker for the next two weeks.

Calshot: 5-Day Wind & Tide Forecast

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Best winging conditions at Calshot

Wind Direction

SW, W, S (Prevailing SW is best for side-shore)

Wind Speed

15-25 knots is the sweet spot for most; 4-5m wings in lighter air, switching to 3m wings when it exceeds 28 knots.

Tide

Best at Low Tide (+/- 2 hrs). Flat water behind the spit at low tide; stronger currents and chop at high.

Tide times for Calshot →

About Winging at Calshot

Calshot Spit is a legendary South Coast hub for winging and windsurfing, strategically located at the mouth of Southampton Water. This unique shingle spit provides a dual-environment playground, offering sheltered flat water on the inside and high-energy Solent chop on the outside. It is world-renowned for its reliability in prevailing South-Westerly winds and its vibrant community based around the activities centre. Wing foilers benefit from the deep water and consistent airflow, though the proximity to major shipping lanes requires vigilance. Our Calshot winging forecast helps riders navigate the complex Solent tides for the most productive sessions.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at Calshot

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for Calshot

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 Calshot.

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

KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at Calshot

Calshot winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at Calshot, Hampshire.

Read the full KnotNow guide Conditions & local tips for Calshot

Tides

Tide times for Calshot

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

View tide times for Calshot 13-day tide table & charts

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at Calshot today?

Water quality at Calshot

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

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⚠️ Forecast & Tide Disclaimer

Wind and weather forecasts for Calshot are provided to help you plan your sessions. Conditions at this coastal location can change quickly, so always check the actual conditions when you arrive and trust your judgment. These forecasts are for recreational planning - always prioritize safety and verify conditions yourself before heading out. Tidal predictions for Calshot are based on the nearest primary station at CALSHOT CASTLE (0.37km away). Local conditions can vary from these predictions due to coastal topography and weather effects. Always verify tidal conditions on arrival - these predictions are for planning purposes only, not for navigational use or critical safety decisions.

Calshot: 5-Day Wind & Tide Forecast