North and South Holland offer diverse kitesurfing options across multiple locations, each with unique wind directions and characteristics. The region's variable wind patterns mean conditions depend heavily on weather systems, with the best big air opportunities occurring between September and November during southwesterly flows. Riders will find access to choppy and wave conditions suited to different skill levels. The proximity to Amsterdam provides excellent urban amenities, though beaches can become crowded during peak periods. Water temperatures demand wetsuits, and the cost of accessing these spots falls in the higher range.
Wind strength
Consistency
Wind quality
Water
Water temp
Boosting direction
Woo big-air record: 29 m by Marten Hagen · 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 | 45% | 11.5 kt | 5.4 | 7.3 |
| Feb | 46% | 12 kt | 5.5 | 6.8 |
| Mar | 23% | 9.9 kt | 6.6 | 7 |
| Apr | 23% | 9.8 kt | 8 | 9 |
| May | 22% | 9.4 kt | 12 | 11.9 |
| Jun | 3% | 8.3 kt | 17 | 16.2 |
| Jul | 27% | 9.7 kt | 17.7 | 19 |
| Aug | 13% | 8.9 kt | 18 | 19.2 |
| Sep | 17% | 8.3 kt | 16.6 | 19.7 |
| Oct | 40% | 10.9 kt | 13.3 | 16.7 |
| Nov | 43% | 11.1 kt | 8.8 | 11.9 |
| Dec | 40% | 11.4 kt | 5.6 | 8.2 |
7.5/10
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
