Streedagh, Co. Sligo — Swimming, Tides & Sea Temperature Guide | Wild Beauty
Streedagh
Streedagh is a wild three-kilometre sandspit in north Sligo and a Spanish Armada wreck site, with dramatic views to Benbulben.
About Streedagh
Streedagh is a wild three-kilometre sandspit in north Sligo and a Spanish Armada wreck site, with dramatic views to Benbulben. Beautiful but exposed, with currents to respect.
Swimming & safety
Many Wild Atlantic Way beaches are lifeguarded through the summer and several hold the Blue Flag award, but cover and status change year to year. Check the current Blue Flag status and lifeguard hours for Streedagh with the local county council, swim within the flagged area when lifeguards are on duty, and be mindful of rip currents and swell on any Atlantic beach.
Tides & conditions
The beach changes through the day with the tide, and swimming can shift from easy to lively as the wind and swell get up. Check the live tide, wind and sea-temperature page for Streedagh before you travel — you can scrub forward to any date to plan a swim.
Getting there & facilities
Facilities vary by beach and season — many have summer parking, toilets and lifeguards. Check the local county council's beach page for current details before you travel, and arrive early on fine days when car parks fill fast.
Nearby
From Streedagh, Benbulben, Sligo town and the county's surf coast are close by.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to swim at Streedagh?
It depends on the tide, wind and swell, which change through the day. Check the live tide, wind and sea-temperature page for Streedagh and pick a calm window around the right state of tide.
Is Streedagh lifeguarded?
Many beaches on this coast have lifeguards in the summer months. Check current lifeguard cover with the local county council, and swim near the lifeguards where you can.
What is the sea temperature at Streedagh today?
The current sea temperature, along with its 24-hour trend, is shown live on the conditions page for Streedagh.