What does the hourly forecast show for winging at St Bees?

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How often is the hourly winging forecast updated for St Bees?

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

St Bees — Wind & weather forecast

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Best winging conditions at St Bees

Wind Direction

SW, W, NW (Cumbrian swell 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 Mid Tide (+/- 2 hrs) for depth near the shore. Access is restricted at other tidal states.

Tide times for St Bees →

About Winging at St Bees

St-Bees in Cumbria, England, is a versatile spot for winging, windsurfing, and sailing. Situated in the North West region, it benefits from clean coastal winds and reliable sea conditions. For wing foilers, this location provides excellent opportunities for both flat-water progression and riding the swell. Use our real-time St-Bees winging forecast to find the perfect launch window based on current wind directions and tidal states. With a welcoming atmosphere and easy access, St-Bees is a top choice for riders looking to maximize their time on the water in England.

Full Guide to Winging & Windsurfing at St Bees

Forecasts

Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for St Bees

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 St Bees.

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

KnotNow Guide

A guide to winging and sailing at St Bees

St Bees winging & sailing guide

Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at St Bees, Cumbria.

Read the full KnotNow guide Conditions & local tips for St Bees

Tides

Tide times for St Bees

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

View tide times for St Bees 13-day tide table & charts

Water quality

Is it safe to wing at St Bees today?

Water quality at St Bees

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

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