Paragliding Weather

Paragliding is an incredible experience — but it’s also one that relies entirely on the weather. The wind, visibility, and general conditions all play a critical role in both safety and enjoyment. That’s why at High Adventure Paragliding, we closely monitor the forecast every day and only fly when the conditions are right.

Why Weather Matters in Paragliding

• Wind strength and direction affect how we take off, land, and stay airborne. Too strong or from the wrong direction, and we don’t fly.

• Thermals and turbulence are part of the flying experience — but only in manageable amounts. Our instructors assess each site and session to ensure they’re within safe limits.

• Visibility and cloud cover also impact flight decisions, especially on coastal and hill sites.

Isle of Wight Conditions

The Isle of Wight offers some of the most consistent paragliding weather in the UK, with a variety of sites to suit different wind directions. Our private training hills mean we can often fly when others can’t — but we still work around what nature gives us.

If a session needs to be rescheduled due to poor weather, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and offer alternative dates. Your safety, confidence, and enjoyment are always our top priorities.

Helpful Forecasting Tools

To help you plan, we recommend checking:

• BBC Weather – for a general overview

• XCWeather – great for wind speeds and gusts

• Ventusky or Windy – interactive tools to visualise wind flow and thermal activity