Parawing in South Africa
3 parawing spots in South Africa. 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 South Africa: January, November–December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 16°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Witsand – Breede River mouth, Langebaan Lagoon – Shark Bay & Bloubergstrand.
- For beginners: Witsand – Breede River mouth & Langebaan Lagoon – Shark Bay.
Regions
Witsand – Breede River mouthWestern Cape, South Africa · best January, October–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ GRJ 147 km
Langebaan Lagoon – Shark BayWestern Cape, South Africa · best January, November–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 14°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ CPT 111 km
BloubergstrandWestern Cape, South Africa · best January–March, November–DecemberIntermediate and up · 15°C water in season, 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ CPT 23 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 South Africa
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 11 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| MarchMar | 11 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| AprilApr | 8 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| MayMay | 5 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 19°C |
| JuneJun | 7 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 18°C |
| JulyJul | 7 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| AugustAug | 8 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| SeptemberSep | 10 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 18°C |
| OctoberOct | 13 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| NovemberNov | 14 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| DecemberDec | 15 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for parawing in South Africa?
Best time for parawing in South Africa: January, November–December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 16°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in South Africa?
It depends on the month: about 17°C water in March (4/3 wetsuit) and about 14°C in July (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is South Africa good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Witsand – Breede River mouth & Langebaan Lagoon – Shark Bay.
Which airport is closest?
George Airport (GRJ), 147 km from Witsand – Breede River mouth; Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 111 km from Langebaan Lagoon – Shark Bay.