Eilat is a wind and watersports spot on the Red Sea in Israel, at 29.5143°N, 34.9260°E. Today the forecast averages 20 knots, gusting to 30 knots, from the NNE. Below: live readings, a 2-day wind forecast, and a written summary for kitesurfing, wing foiling and windsurfing.
Eilat - Rif Raf beach
Eilat is reporting 32 knots, gusting 39 knots, from the N, at 29°C.
Measured at 19 Aug 2026, 08:57 Israel time.
| Day | Average | Max | Gust | Direction | Windiest hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 19 Aug | 20 kt | 23 kt | 30 kt | NNE | 18:00 |
| Thu 20 Aug | 20 kt | 22 kt | 29 kt | N | 15:00 |
Forecast issued 19 Aug 2026, 06:57 Israel time.
The Long Model predicts excellent kitesurf conditions for Tue and Wed, with winds building to 13-20 kt and gusts up to 28 kt, making Wed the best day with 18-20 kt throughout. The Short Model, however, shows lighter winds, mostly marginal for kitesurf on Tue-Wed, but suggests potential for 18-19 kt on Thu evening. Fri and Sat are too light according to the Short Model.
Models disagree significantly for Tue and Wed. The Long Model forecasts strong wingsurf conditions, with winds of 13-20 kt on Tue and 18-20 kt on Wed, making Wed the best day. The Short Model shows lighter winds, mostly marginal for wingsurf on Tue-Wed, but indicates 18-19 kt on Thu evening. Fri and Sat are too light according to the Short Model.
Models disagree for Tue and Wed. The Long Model predicts strong windsurf conditions, with winds of 13-20 kt and gusts up to 28 kt on Tue, and 18-20 kt with gusts up to 27 kt on Wed, with Wed morning/midday looking best. The Short Model shows lighter winds, mostly marginal, but Thu evening could offer 18-19 kt. Fri and Sat are too light according to the Short Model.
Summary generated 18 Aug 2026, 06:19 Israel time.
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