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The Windy Gap

17🟡 Marginal

Ireland · Takeoff 335 m

Forecast next days

2026-07-0455

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~290 m, viento 19 km/h.

Wind max: 19 km/h
Base: 290 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0570

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~368 m, viento 16 km/h.

Wind max: 16 km/h
Base: 368 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0655

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~332 m, viento 19 km/h.

Wind max: 19 km/h
Base: 332 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0
2026-07-0755

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~304 m, viento 18 km/h.

Wind max: 18 km/h
Base: 304 m
CAPE: 20
LI: 0.0

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Takeoff description

Avoid the top of the Gap (its usually windy).

About this site

The Windy Gap is a paragliding launch site in Ireland, near Killorglin. Takeoff elevation is 335 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 17/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: N, SE, W, NW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.