Rosbeigh
📍 Munster , Ciarrai · Nearest city: Killorglin (15 km)
11 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 255 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
52.04750, -9.98020Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:54 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Not recommended for flying, cloud base ~1122 m, strong wind (31 km/h).
base ~1122m · wind 31 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~904 m, strong wind (35 km/h).
base ~904m · wind 35 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~726 m, wind 16 km/h.
base ~726m · wind 16 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.36 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
Take off just above the beach at 250m just in front of the car parking area. There is a second take off 50metres below the top for when the wind is more than 20km/hour.
Rules and notes
Keep below 5500ft
Pilot comments
dont get blown over the back! Speed bar (accelerator) is often necessary. Dont land in the sea!
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