Best kitesurfing spots in United Kingdom
The best kitesurfing spots in United Kingdom over the whole year.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for kitesurfing in United Kingdom: July–October, December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 16°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Tiree – Balevullin, Camber Sands & Hayling Island.
- For beginners: Camber Sands.
Tiree – BalevullinArgyll and Bute · best January, October, December12 good monthsIntermediate and up · 11°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ TRE 6 km2
Camber SandsEngland · best June, December4 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ SEN 71 km3
Hayling IslandEngland · best March–May, September–November1 good monthsIntermediate and up · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ SOU 32 kmThe best kitesurfing spots in United Kingdom, 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 United Kingdom
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16 | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 8°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 14 | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°C |
| MarchMar | 13 | 9°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 11°C |
| AprilApr | 13 | 10°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 13°C |
| MayMay | 10 | 13°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| JuneJun | 12 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| JulyJul | 11 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| AugustAug | 12 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| SeptemberSep | 14 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| OctoberOct | 14 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| NovemberNov | 14 | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 12°C |
| DecemberDec | 18 | 10°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°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 United Kingdom?
Best time for kitesurfing in United Kingdom: July–October, December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 16°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in United Kingdom?
It depends on the month: about 18°C water in August (4/3 wetsuit) and about 8°C in January (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is United Kingdom good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Camber Sands.
Which airport is closest?
Tiree Airport (TRE), 6 km from Tiree – Balevullin; London Southend Airport (SEN), 71 km from Camber Sands; Southampton Airport (SOU), 32 km from Hayling Island.