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Kitesurfing in United States
34 destinations · 6 regions with curated spots, schools, and shops. United States has 43 kite spots, 21 schools and 5 shops in this directory.
When to kitesurf in United States
Across the 43 kite spots we track in United States, the most reliable months are Apr–Jun, when the 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 United States
| Spot | Best season | Windy days | Avg wind | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Hatteras | Oct – Jul | 61–94% | 13–17 kt | 14–27 °C |
| Avon Beach | Nov – Jul | 61–89% | 13–17 kt | 11–28 °C |
| Kanaha Beach Park | Year-round | 62–88% | 16–25 kt | 24–27 °C |
| Kitty Hawk | Jan – May | 61–85% | 14–15 kt | 9–19 °C |
| Kahului Harbor | Jun – Jul | 61–83% | 12–14 kt | 26–27 °C |
Kitesurfing in United States: FAQ
- When is the best time to kitesurf in United States?
- Across the 43 kite spots we track in United States, the most reliable months are Apr–Jun, when the most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
- What are the windiest kite spots in United States?
- Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Cape Hatteras (Oct – Jul, up to 94% windy days); Avon Beach (Nov – Jul, up to 89% windy days); Kanaha Beach Park (Year-round, up to 88% windy days); Kitty Hawk (Jan – May, up to 85% windy days); Kahului Harbor (Jun – Jul, up to 83% windy days).
- How warm is the water for kitesurfing in United States?
- During each spot's wind season the sea is typically -10–29 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
- Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in United States?
- Flat-water spots: Boston, Cape Cod, Cape Hatteras, Cocoa Beach, Houston, Lake Michigan. Wave spots: California Central Coast, Cape Cod, Cape Hatteras, Cocoa Beach, Juno Beach, Lake Champlain.
- Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in United States?
- We list 21 kite schools in United States, including Bay Area Kitesurf, CaliKites, Complete Kite Boarding, Foiling, Winging and Surfing Lessons Maui, Hi., Hatteras Island Surf Shop, plus 5 kite shops.