Strandhill
Sligo Mayo · Ireland
Beach breakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Sligo's main beach, schools and rentals; swimming is dangerous due to currents. Best wind — E.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | west |
| Working swell | from southwest — northwest |
| Coordinates | 54.271, -8.608 |
FAQ
Is Strandhill good for beginners?
Yes, Strandhill works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Strandhill today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#sligo-mayo/strandhill. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Sligo Mayo
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- Easkey Left — Left-hand reef, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Enniscrone — Long beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Keel — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Carrowniskey — Beach break, beginners and intermediates