# Øresund (near Copenhagen)

Kitesurfing spot in Copenhagen, Denmark.

> Øresund near Copenhagen sits in a consistent wind corridor that funnels Atlantic systems through the sound between Denmark and Sweden. The spot features flat to light chop waters suitable for intermediate kiters seeking reliable conditions. Beach and bay launch options provide flexibility, while the predictable wind patterns make it popular with local riders. The sound's geography creates a natural acceleration zone, often delivering stronger and steadier breezes than surrounding areas. Proximity to Copenhagen makes it highly accessible.

## Best time to kitesurf
Øresund (near Copenhagen) has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jan, Feb and Oct: 39–46% of days reach 12 kt+, with 11–12 kt average daily wind, 3–12 °C water and 2–11 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41% | 11.8 | 2.6 | 3.9 |
| Feb | 46% | 11.6 | 2 | 2.9 |
| Mar | 25% | 9.6 | 3.6 | 3 |
| Apr | 24% | 10 | 6.3 | 6.7 |
| May | 19% | 9.4 | 11.4 | 11.2 |
| Jun | 6% | 8.4 | 16.6 | 16.2 |
| Jul | 26% | 9.8 | 18 | 18.2 |
| Aug | 13% | 8.6 | 17.4 | 17.6 |
| Sep | 16% | 9.1 | 15.1 | 17.7 |
| Oct | 39% | 11.4 | 11.3 | 12.2 |
| Nov | 28% | 10.6 | 6.3 | 7.3 |
| Dec | 33% | 10.7 | 1.9 | 3.4 |

## Conditions
- Wind strength: It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)
- Wind consistency: It's windy Every week
- Water: flat
- Water temperature: Cold (You need a wetsuit)
- Boosting direction: Left forward
- Windy months: Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov

## Highlights
- Consistent wind corridor
- Flat chop waters
- Multiple launch options
- Reliable conditions

## Amenities
Beach facilities, Parking access, Wind-sheltered areas

## Travel
- Getting there: CPH Airport - car all within 1 hour of travel from the airport.
- Ease of access: Easy to visit (< 2 hours from airport)
- Car needed: yes
- Affordability: Insanely expensive ($120+ /day)

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 55.634, 12.642
- Destination guide: [Copenhagen](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/copenhagen)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Nordhavnstippen](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/nordhavnstippen) — best around Feb, 28–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 3–12 °C (10 km)
- [Nørresund](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/nrresund) — best around Feb, 30–40% windy days, 10–11 kt, water 0–9 °C (48 km)

## Kite schools
- [Frozen Palm Tree - Kitesurfing kursus & butik](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/frozen-palm-tree-kitesurfing-kursus-butik) — https://frozenpalmtree.dk/ (3 km)
- [Mobilkitesurfschool](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/mobilkitesurfschool) — https://www.mobilkitesurfschool.dk/ (4 km)

## Kite shops
- [KiteCPH](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/kitecph) — http://www.kitecph.dk/ (2 km)
- [KiteDanmark](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/kitedanmark) (4 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/resund-near-copenhagen
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.