What does the hourly forecast show for winging at Machrihanish?

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 Machrihanish?

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

Machrihanish — Wind & weather forecast

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Best winging conditions at Machrihanish

Wind Direction

W, NW, SW (Kintyre big wave magnet)

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 High Tide (+/- 2 hrs) for optimal wave organization. Although it is sailable at all tides.

Tide times for Machrihanish →

About Winging at Machrihanish

Machrihanish is a stunning coastal location in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, known for its consistent conditions for winging and windsurfing. This Islands spot offers a mix of rolling swell and clean winds, making it a favorite for wing foilers looking for high-energy sessions. Whether you are practicing 'bump and jump' or exploring the shoreline, Machrihanish provides an expansive playground. Our Machrihanish winging forecast tracks the best wind and tide windows to ensure optimal depth for your foil. Join the local watersports community and enjoy the spectacular scenery of this Scotland gem.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at Machrihanish

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for Machrihanish

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 Machrihanish.

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KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at Machrihanish

Machrihanish winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at Machrihanish, Argyll and Bute.

Read the full KnotNow guide Conditions & local tips for Machrihanish

Tides

Tide times for Machrihanish

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

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

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at Machrihanish today?

Water quality at Machrihanish

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

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