Kitesurfing in Canary Islands
5 kitesurfing spots in Canary Islands, Spain. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for kitesurfing.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for kitesurfing in Canary Islands: July–August. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 23°C (shorty).
- Top picks: El Médano, Fuerteventura – El Cotillo & Lanzarote – Famara.
- For beginners: Lanzarote – Famara, Sotavento – Fuerteventura & Fuerteventura – Flag Beach.
El MédanoCanary Islands, Spain · best July–AugustIntermediate and up · 24°C water in season, shorty · ✈ TFS 3 km
Fuerteventura – El CotilloCanary Islands, Spain · best July–AugustIntermediate and up · 22°C water in season, shorty · ✈ FUE 28 km
Lanzarote – FamaraCanary Islands, Spain · best July–AugustBeginner-friendly · 22°C water in season, shorty · ✈ ACE 20 km
Sotavento – FuerteventuraCanary Islands, Spain · best June–JulyBeginner-friendly · 22°C water in season, shorty · ✈ FUE 51 km
Fuerteventura – Flag BeachCanary Islands, Spain · best MarchBeginner-friendly · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ FUE 30 kmWindy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Canary Islands
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 11 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 10 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| MarchMar | 15 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| AprilApr | 13 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| MayMay | 15 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| JuneJun | 16 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JulyJul | 20 | 22°C | shorty | 26°C |
| AugustAug | 18 | 23°C | shorty | 27°C |
| SeptemberSep | 12 | 23°C | shorty | 27°C |
| OctoberOct | 8 | 23°C | shorty | 26°C |
| NovemberNov | 8 | 22°C | shorty | 25°C |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
Averages of the 5 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for kitesurfing in Canary Islands?
Best time for kitesurfing in Canary Islands: July–August. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 23°C (shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Canary Islands?
It depends on the month: about 23°C water in September (shorty) and about 19°C in March (3/2 wetsuit).
Is Canary Islands good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Lanzarote – Famara, Sotavento – Fuerteventura & Fuerteventura – Flag Beach.
Which airport is closest?
Tenerife Sur Airport (TFS), 3 km from El Médano; Fuerteventura Airport (FUE), 28 km from Fuerteventura – El Cotillo; César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport (ACE), 20 km from Lanzarote – Famara.