What does the hourly forecast show for winging at Southend-on-Sea?

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 Southend-on-Sea?

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

Southend-on-Sea — Wind & weather forecast

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Best winging conditions at Southend-on-Sea

Wind Direction

SW, W, S (Vast shallow learning ground)

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 water depth and safety. Access is restricted at other tidal states.

Tide times for Southend-on-Sea →

About Winging at Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea (specifically Thorpe Bay and Shoeburyness) is the beating heart of the Essex winging and sailing scene. The vast expanse of the Thames Estuary provides a safe and relatively flat-water environment. For wing foilers, Southend is a 'progression' paradise, offering miles of shallow water and consistent winds that allow for long, safe reaches parallel to the shore. The community is huge, social, and very supportive of newcomers. Use our real-time Southend-on-Sea winging forecast to find the perfect high-tide launch window and maximize your time on the water.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at Southend-on-Sea

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for Southend-on-Sea

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 Southend-on-Sea.

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

KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at Southend-on-Sea

Southend-on-Sea winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at Southend-on-Sea, Essex.

Read the full KnotNow guide Conditions & local tips for Southend-on-Sea

Tides

Tide times for Southend-on-Sea

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

View tide times for Southend-on-Sea 13-day tide table & charts

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at Southend-on-Sea today?

Water quality at Southend-on-Sea

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

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