KiteGlobeRosses Point
Rosses Point is a kiteboarding spot near Sligo in Ireland, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, S, SW, W, NW wind, best ridden in March, April, May, September, October.
| Country | Ireland |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Sligo |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, S, SW, W, NW |
| Wind type | Frontal |
| Best months | March, April, May, September, October |
| Tide | Coming tide, Falling tide |
| Coordinates | 54.3122, -8.5705 |
About Rosses Point
Can be choppy but enclosed so usually calm. Tidal but suitable at all times.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Rosses Point?
The best time to kite Rosses Point is March, April, May, September, October, when the N, S, SW, W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Rosses Point offers open ocean conditions with N, S, SW, W, NW wind (Frontal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Rosses Point?
Drive through Sligo on the dual carriageway. Pick up signs for Rosses Point and follow them. After about 5 miles you get to Rosses Point village. Keep following the road until you come to a T-junction outside a golf course. Turn left, and then follow the road around to the right to reach the beach.
Hazards at Rosses Point
Swimmers.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.