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Knocknarea

17🟡 Marginal

Ireland · Takeoff 303 m

Forecast next days

2026-07-0455

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~229 m, viento fuerte (25 km/h).

Wind max: 25 km/h
Base: 229 m
CAPE: 30
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0555

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~381 m, viento 19 km/h.

Wind max: 19 km/h
Base: 381 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0665

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~481 m, viento 21 km/h.

Wind max: 21 km/h
Base: 481 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0755

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~315 m, viento 17 km/h.

Wind max: 17 km/h
Base: 315 m
CAPE: 10
LI: 0.0

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Knocknarea is a paragliding launch site in Ireland, near Strandhill. Takeoff elevation is 303 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 17/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: N, E, W, NW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.