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Tarifa
Europe’s kite Mecca has an all year around wind season, predominantly with prevailing winds Poniente and Levante. These wind directions take turn to power the kites most days of the week. If you’re planning a trip to Tarifa you can go any time of the year, but May to September has a lot more sun and warm weather.
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When to kitesurf in Tarifa
Across the 3 kite spots we track in Tarifa, the most reliable months are Feb–Nov, when most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this
Windiest spots in Tarifa
| Spot | Best season | Windy days | Avg wind | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdevaqueros | Feb – Dec | 60–90% | 19–26 kt | 15–21 °C |
| Los Lances | Feb – Nov | 60–88% | 19–25 kt | 15–21 °C |
| Tarifa | Mar – Jul | 60–69% | – | 15–25 °C |
Kitesurfing in Tarifa: FAQ
- When is the best time to kitesurf in Tarifa?
- Across the 3 kite spots we track in Tarifa, the most reliable months are Feb–Nov, when most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
- What are the windiest kite spots in Tarifa?
- Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Valdevaqueros (Feb – Dec, up to 90% windy days); Los Lances (Feb – Nov, up to 88% windy days); Tarifa (Mar – Jul, up to 69% windy days).
- How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Tarifa?
- During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 15–25 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
- Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Tarifa?
- Flat-water spots: Tarifa. Wave spots: Tarifa.
- Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Tarifa?
- We list 5 kite schools in Tarifa, including Kite Local School Tarifa, Kiteboarding Club Tarifa, Kitesurf School Freeride Tarifa, Rebels Tarifa Kitesurfing School, plus 2 kite shops.
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