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Windsurfing in Peru
1 windsurfing spots in Peru. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for windsurfing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for windsurfing in Peru: April, September–December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 17°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Paracas Bay.
- For beginners: Paracas Bay.
Paracas BayIca, Peru · best September–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 16°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ NZC 179 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Best time to go →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 | 15 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 29°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 10 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 30°C |
| MarchMar | 13 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 17 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 28°C |
| MayMay | 10 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JuneJun | 9 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
| JulyJul | 10 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| AugustAug | 14 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 22°C |
| SeptemberSep | 18 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
| OctoberOct | 20 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 25°C |
| DecemberDec | 21 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 27°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for windsurfing in Peru?
Best time for windsurfing in Peru: April, September–December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 17°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Peru?
It depends on the month: about 19°C water in April (3/2 wetsuit) and about 16°C in October (4/3 wetsuit).
Is Peru good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Paracas Bay.
Which airport is closest?
Maria Reiche Neuman Airport (NZC), 179 km from Paracas Bay.
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