Leeway Angle Calculator

Calculate leeway angle from wind conditions, heel, and keel efficiency

Input Parameters

Results

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Leeway Angle
degrees
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Side Force
lb
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VMG Factor
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Course Deviation
nm/hr

Reference

Leeway ≈ Side_Force / (½ρV²×Keel_Area×2π) Typical leeway: 3-8° for cruisers, 2-4° for racers More heel = more leeway (reduced effective keel area)