Hönö is a Swedish island gem offering excellent autumn and winter kitesurfing from August through December. The Gothenburg archipelago provides sheltered flat-water zones between islands alongside accessible wave terrain. Westerly storm systems deliver consistent 20–25 knot winds, with colder temperatures driving stronger gusts as winter approaches. The pristine setting remains remarkably uncrowded, giving kiters extensive space to progress. Free car ferries access the island, and nearby Liseberg amusement park adds entertainment value for non-riding companions.
Wind strength
Consistency
Wind quality
Water
Water temp
Boosting direction
Woo big-air record: 26.2 m by John Olausson · bottom-end kite 25m+
Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.
| Month | Wind chance | Avg wind | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32% | 10.9 kt | 2 | 0 |
| Feb | 33% | 10.8 kt | 1.4 | -0.6 |
| Mar | 15% | 9 kt | 2.9 | 0.9 |
| Apr | 12% | 8.7 kt | 6.2 | 4.2 |
| May | 10% | 8.3 kt | 10.9 | 8.9 |
| Jun | 7% | 8 kt | 16.1 | 14.1 |
| Jul | 16% | 9.2 kt | 17.3 | 15.3 |
| Aug | 13% | 8.2 kt | 16.6 | 14.6 |
| Sep | 14% | 8.8 kt | 14.5 | 12.5 |
| Oct | 38% | 11.1 kt | 10.5 | 8.5 |
| Nov | 26% | 10 kt | 5.4 | 3.4 |
| Dec | 25% | 9.6 kt | 0.5 | -1.5 |
7.8/10
By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.
Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.
Getting there
Car needed
Cost of a kite day
Internet
Local infrastructure
via Windy.com
via OpenWeather
