# Jabbas

Kitesurfing spot in Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda.

> Jabbas is a quintessential beginner spot in the Leeward Islands, featuring calm, protected waters perfect for learners and early progression. The sandy beach launch allows easy entry and exit, while the flat water minimises unexpected conditions. Trade wind consistency across the Caribbean provides reliable sessions. The sheltered bay geography keeps chop minimal, making it an excellent venue for practising fundamentals without the challenge of swell or rough conditions.

## Best time to kitesurf
Jabbas has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Feb, Mar and Jul: 29–36% of days reach 12 kt+, with 10–11 kt average daily wind, 26–29 °C water and 24–27 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 11% | 9.6 | 24.5 | 26.6 |
| Feb | 36% | 10.9 | 24.3 | 26.1 |
| Mar | 29% | 10.3 | 24.6 | 26.2 |
| Apr | 11% | 9.3 | 25.1 | 26.7 |
| May | 6% | 9.7 | 26.3 | 28.1 |
| Jun | 16% | 10.4 | 26.9 | 28.8 |
| Jul | 30% | 11.3 | 27.1 | 29.1 |
| Aug | 17% | 9.7 | 27.4 | 29.8 |
| Sep | 2% | 8.3 | 27.5 | 30.3 |
| Oct | 12% | 9.2 | 27 | 29.8 |
| Nov | 10% | 9.2 | 26.4 | 28.8 |
| Dec | 23% | 9.5 | 25.5 | 28 |

## Highlights
- Flat protected water
- Sandy beach launch
- Beginner-focused
- Calm conditions

## Amenities
Sandy beach launch, Shallow access, Local facilities nearby

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 17.0527, -61.7789
- Destination guide: [Antigua](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/caribbean-leeward-islands)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Willoughby Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/willoughby-bay) — best around Feb, 29–36% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 26–29 °C (3 km)
- [Carlisle Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/carlisle-bay) — best around Feb, 29–36% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 26–29 °C (4 km)
- [Dutchman's Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/dutchman-s-bay) — best around Feb, 29–36% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 26–29 °C (4 km)
- [Half Moon Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/half-moon-bay) — best around Feb, 29–36% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 26–29 °C (4 km)
- [Crabb's Peninsula](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/crabb-s-peninsula) — best around Feb, 29–36% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 26–29 °C (8 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kelsick Kiteboarding: Kitesurfing & Wing Surf School Antigua](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kelsick-kiteboarding-kitesurfing-wing-surf-school-antigua) — https://kelsickkiteboarding.com/ (11 km)
- [Kitesurf Antigua - Kitesurfing School and Rentals](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-antigua-kitesurfing-school-and-rentals) — http://kitesurfantigua.com/ (12 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/jabbas
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.