# Barkers Beach

Kitesurfing spot in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands.

> Barkers Beach is a protected lagoon spot perfectly suited for learners and light-wind sessions. The flat water environment removes distractions, allowing riders to focus on technique and control without battling chop. The lagoon's sheltered character means consistent, predictable conditions even when trade winds are lighter. This is an excellent choice for first-timers and those consolidating fundamentals, offering a safe, confidence-building environment.

## Best time to kitesurf
Barkers Beach has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Mar, Nov and Dec: 15–38% of days reach 12 kt+, with 9–11 kt average daily wind, 27–30 °C water and 26–28 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14% | 9.4 | 25.9 | 27.4 |
| Feb | 14% | 9.8 | 26.1 | 27 |
| Mar | 15% | 9.2 | 26.3 | 27.2 |
| Apr | 11% | 8.5 | 27 | 28.1 |
| May | 4% | 7.6 | 27.8 | 29.3 |
| Jun | 4% | 8.6 | 28.2 | 29.6 |
| Jul | 13% | 9.6 | 29.2 | 30.2 |
| Aug | 13% | 9.2 | 29.1 | 30.8 |
| Sep | 9% | 8.1 | 29 | 30.6 |
| Oct | 11% | 8.4 | 28.5 | 30.8 |
| Nov | 21% | 9.9 | 27.5 | 29.6 |
| Dec | 38% | 11.1 | 26.8 | 28.6 |

## Highlights
- Flat lagoon water
- Learner-focused
- Protected conditions
- Light wind capable

## Amenities
Calm lagoon, Sheltered launch, Shallow water

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 19.25, -81.35
- Destination guide: [Grand Cayman](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/grand-cayman)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Bodden Town Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/bodden-town-beach) — best around Dec, 15–38% windy days, 9–11 kt, water 27–30 °C (7 km)
- [Seven Mile Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/seven-mile-beach) — best Dec, 67% windy days, 13 kt, water 29 °C (8 km)
- [East End Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/east-end-beach) — best Feb, 63–67% windy days, 13 kt, water 27–29 °C (24 km)
- [Rum Point](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/rum-point) — best around Dec, 15–38% windy days, 9–11 kt, water 27–30 °C (24 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kitesurf Cayman](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-cayman) — http://www.kitesurfcayman.com/ (16 km)

## Kite shops
- [Blue Wave Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/blue-wave-surf-shop) — http://www.watermancayman.ky/ (9 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/barkers-beach
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.