Portstewart Strand
📍 Belfast, Ireland · Kiteboarding spot
Portstewart Strand is a kiteboarding spot near Belfast in Ireland, with open ocean conditions and prevailing SW, W wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October.
| Country | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Belfast |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | SW, W |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October |
| Coordinates | 55.1710, -6.7309 |
About Portstewart Strand
Nice waves.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Portstewart Strand?
The best time to kite Portstewart Strand is March, April, May, September, October, when the SW, W wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Portstewart Strand offers open ocean conditions with SW, W wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Portstewart Strand?
A26 north from Belfast. Then follow signs to Portstewart. The beach is located west of the town.
Hazards at Portstewart Strand
Currents.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.