Tiree
United Kingdom · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Surfing
- Best winds W, SW, NW
- Level Intermediate · Pro
- Water Waves
- Best months Sep–Apr
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About this spot
Tiree, the westernmost of the Inner Hebrides off Scotland's west coast, ranks as one of Britain's windiest yet sunniest places. Nine beaches facing every direction catch the open North Atlantic swell – home to the "Tiree Wave Classic", one of the UK's oldest and biggest wave events.
Wind comes mostly from west, southwest and northwest, strongest and most reliable from September to April. Which beach for which wind? The Maze, west-facing and open to all swell directions, is the Wave Classic's wave spot; Balephuil works in the morning, the big bay of Crossapol in the evening, and Gott Bay's long shallow water makes a beginner and freeride venue. Overall a spot for advanced windsurfers and kiters with wave ambition – cold water included.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 57 % of days the wind blows at 12 knots or more from a direction that works at this spot for at least three daytime hours. It then mostly blows from the south-west. The most reliable period runs from January to February. The least wind is in April (27 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), August brings the most wind days (48 %). The water ranges from about 9 to 15 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
57 %
| 19 kn | SW | 7 °C | 10 °C |
| February |
56 %
| 20 kn | W | 7 °C | 9 °C |
| March |
33 %
| 16 kn | SW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| April |
27 %
| 14 kn | SW | 9 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
36 %
| 13 kn | SW | 11 °C | 12 °C |
| June |
50 %
| 14 kn | W | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| July |
40 %
| 12 kn | W | 14 °C | 14 °C |
| August |
48 %
| 14 kn | SW | 15 °C | 15 °C |
| September |
48 %
| 16 kn | SW | 14 °C | 14 °C |
| October |
51 %
| 18 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
39 %
| 18 kn | SW | 10 °C | 12 °C |
| December |
42 %
| 19 kn | SW | 8 °C | 11 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from W, SW, NW (usable according to the spot info) are counted. Model data (ECMWF IFS, approx. 9 km grid) – local venturi and thermal effects can be stronger. Weather data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0)
Insider tips
Pick your beach by wind direction: Gott Bay flat for freeride, The Maze for waves on a west swell. The various bays between them cover almost every direction.
⚠︎ Hazards
Very exposed Atlantic location, cold water and powerful swell – winter wetsuit mandatory. Wave spots like The Maze for experienced riders only.
All information without guarantee. Please check locally whether kiting, windsurfing, winging or surfing is currently allowed here – protected areas, swimming zones and seasonal closures change. You go on the water at your own risk.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tiree suitable for beginners?
Not really. According to the spot info, Tiree is a spot for Intermediate · Pro (water: Waves).
Which wind works at Tiree?
Best with wind from W, SW, NW. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Tiree?
The best months are considered to be Sep–Apr. According to the wind statistics, August has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 48 %); overall January is the windiest (57 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Tiree?
Over the year about 9 °C in February to 15 °C in August (model data).
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