Forecasts
Wing foiling & windsurfing forecast for The Ayre
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 The Ayre.
The Ayre — Wind & weather forecast
LIVE — current conditions, wind map & short-term hours
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Best winging conditions at The Ayre
Wind Direction
N, NW, NE (Manx North Coast 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 High Tide (+/- 2 hrs) for optimal water depth and safety. Access is restricted at other tidal states.
Tide times for The Ayre →
KnotNow Guide
A guide to winging and sailing at The Ayre
The Ayre winging & sailing guide
Ideal wind directions, launch and access notes, hazards, and local knowledge for wing foilers, windsurfers and dinghy sailors at The Ayre, Isle of Man.
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Conditions & local tips for The Ayre
Tides
Tide times for The Ayre
High and low water times, tide curves, moon phase, and spring vs neap context - plan your winging or sailing session around the tide at The Ayre, Isle of Man.
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13-day tide table & charts
Water quality
Is it safe to wing at The Ayre today?
Water quality at The Ayre
At KnotNow, we report on real-time sewage discharge data to help you decide if the conditions at The Ayre, Isle of Man are right for you to sail or wing foil.
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