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Back of Ecton

5🟢 Flyable today

United Kingdom · Takeoff 281 m

Forecast next days

2026-10-0375

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~793 m, viento 11 km/h.

Wind max: 11 km/h
Base: 793 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-10-0465

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~597 m, viento 15 km/h.

Wind max: 15 km/h
Base: 597 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-10-0570

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~229 m, viento 24 km/h, con precipitación 0.7 mm.

Wind max: 24 km/h
Base: 229 m
CAPE: 40
LI: 0.0
2026-10-0665

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~482 m, viento 11 km/h.

Wind max: 11 km/h
Base: 482 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0

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Back of Ecton is a paragliding launch site in United Kingdom, near Buxton. Takeoff elevation is 281 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 5/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: NE, E. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.