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Windsurfing in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

2 windsurfing spots in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for windsurfing.

Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026

In short

  • Best time for windsurfing in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur: July–September. Then about 13 windy days a month and water around 24°C (shorty).
  • Top picks: Hyères – L'Almanarre & Beauduc.
  • For beginners: Beauduc.

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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

MonthWindy daysWaterWetsuitAir
JanuaryJan1813°C5/4 wetsuit and boots13°C
FebruaryFeb1313°C5/4 wetsuit and boots14°C
MarchMar1814°C5/4 wetsuit and boots16°C
AprilApr1515°C5/4 wetsuit and boots19°C
MayMay1218°C4/3 wetsuit23°C
JuneJun1022°Cshorty28°C
JulyJul1424°Cshorty32°C
AugustAug1124°Cshorty31°C
SeptemberSep1323°Cshorty26°C
OctoberOct1420°C3/2 wetsuit22°C
NovemberNov1717°C4/3 wetsuit17°C
DecemberDec1414°C5/4 wetsuit and boots14°C

Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.

Questions

When is the best time for windsurfing in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?

Best time for windsurfing in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur: July–September. Then about 13 windy days a month and water around 24°C (shorty).

What wetsuit do I need in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur?

It depends on the month: about 24°C water in August (shorty) and about 13°C in February (5/4 wetsuit and boots).

Is Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur good for beginners?

Yes, these spots suit beginners: Beauduc.

Which airport is closest?

Toulon-Hyères Airport (TLN), 6 km from Hyères – L'Almanarre; Nîmes-Arles-Camargue Airport (FNI), 42 km from Beauduc.

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