Rosslare Beach

Rosslare Beach is located on Ireland's southeast coast, featuring a distinctive sandy spit formation extending into the Irish Sea. The beach-break setup creates a narrow corridor of usable water between the shallow sandbars and deeper offshore zone. The spot faces northeast into the Atlantic approach, making northwest winds ideal for side-shore conditions. Water temperatures are cold year-round (11°C average), requiring appropriate thermal protection. Wave heights average under 1m but can increase during storms with Atlantic fetch. The rough-chop water type indicates fairly consistent wind-driven conditions. Wind reliability is modest at 38.4%, typical for this Celtic location with variable Atlantic weather patterns. The spot suits intermediate kiters comfortable with shallow-water navigation and sandspit dynamics. Entry and exit require attention to the narrow beach access points and rocky features. Best conditions occur during autumn and winter swells with northwest winds. Avoid high tide periods when the usable water area shrinks considerably.