Parawing in Netherlands
2 parawing spots in Netherlands. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for parawing.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for parawing in Netherlands: January, October–December. Then about 16 windy days a month and water around 10°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
- Top picks: Brouwersdam & Workum – It Soal.
- For beginners: Brouwersdam & Workum – It Soal.
BrouwersdamZeeland, Netherlands · best January, October–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 10°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ RTM 45 km
Workum – It SoalFriesland, Netherlands · best April–OctoberBeginner-friendly · ✈ GRQ 79 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 Netherlands
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16 | 6°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 7°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 13 | 6°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 8°C |
| MarchMar | 10 | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 11°C |
| AprilApr | 11 | 11°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 13°C |
| MayMay | 9 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| JuneJun | 9 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| JulyJul | 11 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| AugustAug | 9 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| SeptemberSep | 11 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| OctoberOct | 14 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| NovemberNov | 17 | 11°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 10°C |
| DecemberDec | 17 | 7°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 8°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for parawing in Netherlands?
Best time for parawing in Netherlands: January, October–December. Then about 16 windy days a month and water around 10°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
What wetsuit do I need in Netherlands?
It depends on the month: about 21°C water in August (3/2 wetsuit) and about 6°C in January (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is Netherlands good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Brouwersdam & Workum – It Soal.
Which airport is closest?
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM), 45 km from Brouwersdam; Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), 79 km from Workum – It Soal.