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San Francisco

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When to kitesurf San Francisco

The best months to kitesurf San Francisco are Apr–Jun: 67–71% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–14 kt average daily wind, 11–14 °C water and 11–14 °C air.

Open-Meteo climatology, 3-year average of daily data. How we calculate this

About San Francisco

San Francisco Bay and surrounding waters host multiple spots accommodating different wind directions, enabling consistent sessions throughout windy periods. Strong summer conditions and a vibrant local kite community support progression and social connections. Gusty, variable wind requires skill and situational awareness. Cold water mandates thick wetsuits. The region's cost of living and tourism density create significant expense. Nearby alternatives include Sherman Island for camping and renowned Pacific breaks like Mavericks, expanding exploration options beyond kitesurfing.

Amenities

Kite shopsRental servicesRestaurantsLodging

Highlights

  • Multi-directional wind spots
  • Active local scene
  • Variable summer winds
  • World-class nearby breaks
  • Urban accessibility

Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Every week

Wind quality

Gusty and holey · cold wind

Water

ChoppyFlatWaves

Water temp

Cold (You need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Either direction

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Spots at this destination

  • Sherman Island
  • Ocean Beach
  • Waddell Beach
  • Crissy Field
  • Dillon Beach

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability6.9
  • Avg wind (peak months)13–14 kt
  • Water temp11–16 °C
  • Best seasonApr – Jun

Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan28%9.8 kt10.311.9
Feb42%10.6 kt10.111.1
Mar46%12.3 kt10.210.7
Apr67%13.2 kt1111.2
May71%13.8 kt12.312.4
Jun69%13.1 kt13.914.3
Jul58%12.5 kt14.213.8
Aug46%12.1 kt15.715
Sep31%11.2 kt1616.1
Oct20%10.2 kt14.915.8
Nov12%8.5 kt12.514.1
Dec31%9.6 kt10.413.4

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Schools and shops nearby

CaliKites kitesurfing school in san francisco
🪁 CaliKites9.8

san-francisco

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Highline Kites of Berkeley kitesurfing shop in san francisco
🛍️ Highline Kites of Berkeley9.0

san-francisco

Open$$retail shoprepairs
KGB Kiteboarding & Watersports kitesurfing school in san francisco
🪁 KGB Kiteboarding & Watersports8.6

san-francisco

Open$$flat waterbay access
KiteTheBay kitesurfing school in san francisco
🪁 KiteTheBay9.6

san-francisco

Open$$lessonsflat water

Other kite spots nearby

Conditions score

Data-derived

7.0/10

  • 💨Wind reliability7.0
  • 🌊Water conditions7.0
  • 🏖️Launch zone7.5
  • 🌅Scenery8.0
How this score is calculated

Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.

Travel & practical info

Getting there

Fly to SFO airport or drive from anywhere else in the USEasy to visit (< 2 hours from airport)

Car needed

Yes — plan on renting a car

Cost of a kite day

Insanely expensive ($120+ /day)

Internet

Good (video calls and streaming)

Local infrastructure

Very High Development (crazy fast internet and somewhere to charge my Tesla)
Family friendlyKite shopParty destination

Off-wind activities

  • Camping at Sherman Island
  • Ten-pin bowling in the city
  • missions to the national parks
  • checking out local surf spots such as Mavericks or other spots all along the cost.
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