Best kitesurfing spots in Peru
The best kitesurfing spots in Peru over the whole year.
Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for kitesurfing in Peru: August–October. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 19°C (3/2 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Lobitos, Paracas Bay & Pacasmayo.
- For beginners: Paracas Bay.
The best kitesurfing spots in Peru, ranked by windy days through the year, warm water and the number of good months, from years of weather data. Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Peru
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 28°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 6 | 22°C | shorty | 30°C |
| MarchMar | 7 | 22°C | shorty | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 13 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 28°C |
| MayMay | 14 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
| JuneJun | 15 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 25°C |
| JulyJul | 16 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| AugustAug | 19 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| SeptemberSep | 20 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 25°C |
| OctoberOct | 19 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 25°C |
| NovemberNov | 16 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 25°C |
| DecemberDec | 17 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 27°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for kitesurfing in Peru?
Best time for kitesurfing in Peru: August–October. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 19°C (3/2 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Peru?
It depends on the month: about 22°C water in February (shorty) and about 18°C in November (4/3 wetsuit).
Is Peru good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Paracas Bay.
Which airport is closest?
Captain Victor Montes Arias International Airport (TYL), 14 km from Lobitos; Maria Reiche Neuman Airport (NZC), 179 km from Paracas Bay; Capitán FAP José A. Quiñones González International Airport (CIX), 74 km from Pacasmayo.