Best windsurfing spots in Denmark
The best windsurfing spots in Denmark over the whole year.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for windsurfing in Denmark: January, July, September–October, December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 12°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
- Top picks: Rømø – Lakolk, Klitmøller & Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.
- For beginners: Rømø – Lakolk & Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.
Rømø – LakolkSouthern Denmark · best January, October, December12 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 7°C water in season, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ GWT 28 km2
KlitmøllerNorth Jutland · best January, October, December12 good monthsAdvanced only · 8°C water in season, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ AAL 83 km3
Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide SandeCentral Jutland · best January, October, December10 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 8°C water in season, 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ EBJ 59 kmThe best windsurfing spots in Denmark, 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 Denmark
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 21 | 4°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 5°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 18 | 3°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 5°C |
| MarchMar | 16 | 5°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 7°C |
| AprilApr | 14 | 8°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 10°C |
| MayMay | 14 | 12°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 14°C |
| JuneJun | 14 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JulyJul | 16 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| AugustAug | 13 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| SeptemberSep | 15 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 13°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 13°C |
| NovemberNov | 18 | 10°C | 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 9°C |
| DecemberDec | 21 | 6°C | 6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves | 6°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for windsurfing in Denmark?
Best time for windsurfing in Denmark: January, July, September–October, December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 12°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
What wetsuit do I need in Denmark?
It depends on the month: about 18°C water in August (4/3 wetsuit) and about 3°C in February (6/5 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves).
Is Denmark good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Rømø – Lakolk & Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.
Which airport is closest?
Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT), 28 km from Rømø – Lakolk; Aalborg Airport (AAL), 83 km from Klitmøller; Esbjerg Airport (EBJ), 59 km from Ringkøbing Fjord – Hvide Sande.