For me it was Sunday March 30, 2025. With a moderate to fairly strong wind from the northwest of about 17 knots, the sun in my face and summer time, I declared the kitesurfing season open... Open to go back on the water without shoes.
It felt wonderful. I started with shoes on but soon Mother Nature called my bare feet back to ground in the sand and in the North Sea water.
Lovely as you can see in the video. Really a moment that I enjoy every year enormously that feels like the kitesurfing season has opened again! Nothing spectacular but a nice relaxed session.
Even though you can kitesurf barefoot during the kitesurfing season due to the temperature, you should always make a sensible choice. For example, you should only go to places without shoes the water wherever possible and safe.
The seasons of kitesurfing in the Netherlands
Kitesurfing in the Netherlands is an adventure that changes with the seasons. Each season offers unique conditions, opportunities and challenges. Whether you are a seasoned kiter or just starting out, this is what you can expect.
Spring – Fresh start with regular wind
Spring is the start of the kitesurfing season for many. Temperatures are starting to rise, days are getting longer and the chance of wind is relatively high. Think of stormy southwest winds but also the infamous northeasterly wind that is often stronger than predicted. With the correct wetsuit thickness you can easily get on the water. Note: the water is still cold, so thermal protection is important.
Summer – Sun, sea, but less wind
Summer is the most popular season, mainly because of the nice weather. The beaches are lively, the vibe is relaxed and the water temperature is ideal. The wind is less reliable - often weak or offshore - which makes foil kites and bigger boards popular. Summer is perfect for beginners and for those who like relaxed sessions without the cold.
Autumn is the season for fanatic kitesurfers. Stormy depressions provide strong and often constant wind. The sea is still relatively warm, and the spots become quieter after the summer rush. From November it is time for a thicker wetsuit, shoes etc.
Winter – Kitesurfing season for the die-hards
Kitesurfing in the winter is not for everyone, but those who go for it will be rewarded with empty beaches and often stronger winds. With a thick wetsuit, gloves, hood and shoes you can stay warm. Safety is crucial: always check the weather and do not go out on the water alone. Also check the tips for kitesurfing in winter.
Conclusion kitesurfing seasons Netherlands
The Netherlands offers opportunities for kitesurfing all year round. Every season has its charm – it's all about the right preparation, following the weather forecast and above all: enjoying the wind!
As soon as kitesurfing on flat water kite surfers goes well, the sea often starts to pull. Kiting on a wild sea is really different than on inland water. However, there are also kitesurfing spots by the sea that are mild. For example, think of Brouwersdam and Oostvoorne. But other kite surfing locations by the sea sometimes have nice flat shallow parts at high tide. The switch from inland waterways to the sea is therefore really feasible. In this kitesurfing blog we help you take the step to kite surfing at sea.
Difficulty switching
Some kitesurfers have trouble making the transition from flat water to kitesurfing at sea. Not because they wouldn't succeed. No, it is the step itself that resists taking. On the one hand, it can be related to tension or a little bit of fear. On the other hand, with habit. If you enjoy kitesurfing on inland waters, why try something else. People don't easily step out of their comfort zone. Finally, travel distance can also play an important role. After all, not every kite surfer lives close to the coast.
Advantages and disadvantages of kite surfing at sea
Of course the sea can be very challenging and sometimes even a bitch. That is why respect and awe for the sea is in order. On the other hand, the sea can also provide a lot of kitesurfing fun. Kiting at sea has never bored us and the awe of the sea has only grown over the years. The main differences between kitesurfing at sea versus inland water are as follows.
Benefits
At sea, the wind almost always blows harder and more stable than inland waterways.
You often have much more space at sea than on inland waterways.
On the beach you have sand and therefore no problems with slippery grass, mud and stones.
The sea offers waves where you can do all kinds of fun things as a kite surfer.
At the coast you have many kitesurf spots also pools of water. So you don't always have to go out on the rough open sea.
There are often fewer obstacles on the beach than on kitesurfing spots inland.
Conditions at sea are always different. It will not get boring quickly.
At sea you have to deal with current. That can be a pro and a con.
At sea you have to deal with high and low water. At high water you have less space to launch your kite. At low tide you sometimes have to walk far to the sea. At some inland kitesurf spots you also have to deal with high and low water.
The sea can certainly be a big mess when the water rises.
Given the previous three points, planning your kitesurfing session at sea is more important than on inland water.
Learning kitesurfing at sea is also possible, but it is more difficult than on inland water.
Kitesurfing in the North Sea. There are often also parts of the sea where the water is not too wild.
10 tips for kite surfing at sea
We have prepared 10 tips for kitesurfing at sea. It doesn't matter whether you want to start kiting your first meters at sea or have been kitesurfing at sea for a while and want to get better at it. If you follow these tips and principles, you can just have a lot of fun with kitesurfing at sea.
Basic level kite surfing in order
Do you have kitesurfing lesson had at sea. Then practice a few times on flat water until you can walk to both sides. In any case, you should be able to body drag and restart your kite if it were to crash. The sea is deep and generally the water is wilder than inland water. There is therefore a good chance that you will fall off your kiteboard. You must then be able to body drag to your kiteboard at sea. If the previous one is successful, you can in principle go back to sea. Grab your trusted one too kitesurf set† Even if you have the ambition to go wave kitesurfing later with a special surf/wave kite and ditto kite board at sea. Start with the kitesurfing equipment that you have become familiar and familiar with. This way you can better focus on things that are different on the beach and the sea from a familiar basis.
Only kiting at sea with the right wind direction
A favorable and safe wind direction. This applies to all places, but certainly by the sea. Read the options below.
Safest: side-onshore wind. The wind blows diagonally towards the side. You will then leave, but you will always return.
Less safe: side-shore wind† The wind blows parallel to the waterline. You can consider going, but be careful not to go too far out to sea. In this way you avoid having to pass the kite spot floats and therefore does not come ashore automatically.
Sometimes safe: onshore / onshore wind† The wind is right on the side. You run the risk of being pulled over if something goes wrong. Is it far shallow but deeper than knee-depth? Then there is still a safe distance to the shore and you can kite.
Not safe: offshore / offshore wind† The wind is blowing from the side. This is a no-go because if the wind is too strong or something goes wrong it can become impossible to get back ashore.
Do the spot check on location
There is a lot to read online about the different kitesurf locations by the sea. This information helps to orientate you but is not always up to date. Beaches also sometimes have seasonal rules.
Therefore, view the instruction board of the municipality at the beach entrance. This gives you specific information and regulations about what is allowed and what is not.
Also check out the sailing routes of other kite surfers. Is there a pattern in this because, for example, they always kitesurf in the same course? Then there may be a reason for this. Feel free to ask kite surfers who come off the water what their experience has been or for advice. Ask them if there are important things you need to know such as a row of posts that you don't see at high tide but is there. This is often the best information.
You should preferably go to a new spot with a buddy. If this doesn't work, make contact with a few other kite surfers and ask if they want to be your buddies. More about this under point 5.
Be familiar with the kitesurfing rules
You don't want to get into trouble at sea, and certainly not because of stupidity. Therefore, make sure that you have the kitesurf priority rules knows well. Of course, accident prevention is more important than the rules. But if everyone adheres to the rules, at least there are no collisions while kiting.
Never go out to sea alone and do not start out on the open sea in winter
No matter how long you drove. Don't go out to sea alone. So you make sure you have a buddy with whom you go kitesurfing or stay close to other kitesurfers. It is not recommended to make the switch from kitesurfing from inland water to sea in winter. Also view special kitesurfing in winter† We recommend starting kitesurfing at sea from May, when the water and outside temperature is a lot more pleasant. Even very experienced kite surfers do checks and make a plan before they decide to go out to sea in winter.
Choose the right time for the water start
To set sail at sea you have to choose a good moment. It makes no sense to put on your kiteboard if a wave is close by and breaks. Then you are easily pushed around your kiteboard and you can start again. It is best to wait until a surf wave has passed. Then go straight into your foot straps and steer the kite. So you are kitesurfing before the next wave hits you.
Stay behind the surf in the beginning
Kitesurfing through a strong surf is a challenge in itself. Very cool but maybe just a little too much of a good thing in the beginning. Behind the surf, the sea is often a lot calmer and there is mainly swell. It is therefore wise to stay there in the beginning, once behind the surf. Whenever you sail back to shore, you can turn before the surf.
Sometimes it can be useful to first body drag through the surf and only then start kitesurfing. For example, if the surf is strong with a close onshore wind in combination with high tide. The waves then literally break on the shore. You then have little space and time to water start without ending up directly in the surf.
Wave on kite is slightly up and knees retracted
Every wave is a potential ramp for a jump. You are certainly not waiting for this in the beginning. Then you want to keep control while kiting. And maybe you don't like jumping at all. That is why it is important to steer your kite slightly up and depower at the top of the wave. If your wave already consists of sparkling water, then you will have to tighten the bar slightly. The moment you hit the wave, pull your knees in too. Behind the wave, straighten your knees again. Dose this so that you keep continuous contact with the water with your kiteboard. Once on the wave, you also send the kite down a bit and tighten the bar again. This way you won't be launched on every wave.
You can also avoid a wave by jumping over it with a small jump. A kind of skateboard 'ollie' but with the help of the kite. This movement in combination with the kite high and the pull of the bar allows you to jump yourself over the top of a wave with a low jump.
Avoid waves that break or are too big
You would rather not brave a wave that breaks. The power and impact on your body is enormous. The advice is: either turn around in time and kitesurf ahead of the wave; or dodge the wave. This can be done by trying to get to the piece of golf that is not breaking yet or the piece that has already broken.
Can't escape a breaking wave? Then brace yourself because waves are very powerful. It could be that the wave flips over and your letter crashes through the wave. Bam! That has an impact. The following also applies: send your kite up a bit and at least depower at the top of the wave or when you are in the middle of it. Also pull in your knees. Behind the wave, or once through it, straighten your knees again. Dose this so that you keep continuous contact with the water with your kiteboard. Once behind the wave, you also send the kite back in and tighten the bar again so that you have enough power to continue kitesurfing.
Kitesurf not too far out to sea
You can cover enormous distances in no time when kitesurfing at sea. It is important to be aware of this. The advice is to kit out as far as you can swim back yourself. Overestimation is lurking. You really don't swim that easily at sea and if the current works against you, it immediately becomes more difficult. In the winter you sail even less far† On the other hand, it is also important to keep a safe distance from the shore. You are also not waiting for a belly slide to the side. This is a risk when your kiteboard gets stuck in the sand in front of the side. However, the biggest risk is often on the beach itself. The advice is kite low, don't make mistakes when rigging and time well when lowering and raising quickly. The kitesurf priority rules elaborate on that.
Jumping at sea is beautiful. You can use a wave as a ramp.
Learn extra tips for kiteboarding at sea
On ridersguide.nl, Access Kitesurf Magazine has tips & tricks in which two experienced kitesurfing teachers, Guido Nijzink and Mike Kranenburg, were asked for advice on kitesurfing at sea. They also explain what you need to do to make your first few meters at sea safely and with pleasure. Read in the article the tips about kite surfing at sea.
Conclusion kitesurfing at sea
These were our 10 tips for kite surfing at sea. Hopefully it will help you. Of course kite surfing at sea is more difficult than on inland water. However, the wind is often more stable and the sea often offers even more fun and challenge. In addition, you have to get rid of the image of a 'flat water pilot'. 😉 Just kidding, because our opinion is something for everyone ...
A game of power kiting has never bored me. Anyway, I was already an avid kite-flyer before kitesurfing came along. My wife doesn't like it. She compares my kite hobby to men who play with trains in the attic. Nothing wrong with that and hopefully I will convince her with my video to hang on a strong power kite. 100% sure she will change her mind.
Hawk power kite
This Hawk (Havik) is a DIY build but is also just for sale. It is a power kite equipped with 10 mm carbon poles. He is wonderfully bright and fast. An all-rounder. In addition, it can generate enormous pulling power. The video shows the Hawk in action at about 14 knots. How do you think the Hawk pulls at 28 knots? Very hard I can tell you.
Power kiting with the Hawk at about 14 knots.
Power kiting as a workout and training for beginners
Are you interested in kitesurfing and do you want to practice yourself before you get lessons? You could then consider fixed via a kitesurf shop to purchase a small mattress kite with depower. This way you can make kiting your own.
I highly recommend power kiting for aspiring kite surfers, avid kite surfers or kite surfers who still want a nice kite surf-related work-out. Especially by the sea. The wind is much more stable than inland and sniffing the salty sea air makes many happy. It also gives you strong hands and arms. Pump with those arms!
Wind speed is an important meteorological factor used in various domains, such as weather forecasting, aviation, shipping, construction but of course also for sports and water sports. Depending on the application and the country, wind speed is expressed in different units, such as kilometers per hour (km/h), meters per second (m/s), knots (kt), Beaufort (Bft) and miles per hour (mp/h). In this blog a calculator for converting wind speed and a mnemonic wind force conversion for you with which we explain how you can easily convert wind speed between the mentioned units.
Convert wind force with calculator
Wind speed is usually expressed in meters per second, knots or kilometers per hour. Below is a wind force conversion calculator for Beaufort, kilometers per hour, knots and miles per hour:
Wind force mnemonic
The formulas behind the above calculator are complicated enough, but experience shows that you can also calculate the wind force well with the following mnemonics:
From Beaufort to meters per second to buy to kilometers per hour. A quick and rough mnemonic that I have been using for years is the doubler from Beaufort to meters per second to buy to kilometers per hour. So 4 Beaufort is 8 meters per second is 16 knots and 32 kilometers per hour. With this mnemonic you are well at the top. In the Netherlands this has proven to be fine for me because we almost always have to deal with gusts of wind and I partly calculate them in this way.
Convert Beaufort scale (wind force) to knots. There is an easy mnemonic for this. It is actually very easy: take the number of Beaufort (wind force) and multiply it by 5. Subtract 5 from this total and then you have the number of knots. So wind force 6 times 5 is 30. 30 minus 5 is 25. Wind force 6 is therefore about 25 knots.
By knowing these simple wind force mnemonics, you can quickly determine the correct wind speed unit for your application. The Beaufort scale is less exact and is mainly used to express wind force in words.
Convert wind speed with naked eye
Water sports enthusiasts can calculate wind speeds with the naked eye. After all, you can see approximately how hard the wind is blowing on the water.
To give an example of how you can increase your insight using the wind force table, see the image above. Small whitecaps are visible on the water in front of Brouwersdam. This indicates wind force 4.
Kitesurfing is a wonderful sport. For us, communicating about the sport is a bonus to kitesurfing itself. We like to explain kitesurfing in our kitesurfing blogs and fixed pages on the site. We have bundled this best information for you in a kitesurfing manual especially for kitesurfers. In it you will find a very complete explanation of kitesurfing. Subjects that you encounter when kitesurfing we like to explain here.
Download the manual directly
The manual is already very complete with more than 80 items. In the kitesurfing manual you will find both explanations for beginners but especially explanations for kitesurfers of all levels. We call this the kitesurf academy subjects. For example, we explain how to can go kitesurfing at sea. But we also explain step by step for advanced users how to do a kiteloop!
The temperature of the seawater along the Dutch coast shows considerable fluctuations during the year, with cold winters and relatively warm summers. In the winter months the temperature can drop to around 6 degrees Celsius, while in the summer months the temperature can rise to around 19 degrees Celsius.
Seawater temperature overview
Below you will find an overview of the average seawater temperatures per month over the past years:
Month
degrees
January
6.2 ° C
February
6.1 ° C
March
7.4 ° C
April
8.9 ° C
Mei
12.0 ° C
June
14.5 ° C
July
17.6 ° C
August
19.0 ° C
September
16.9 ° C
October
12.7 ° C
November
9.2 ° C
December
6.7 ° C
The table above shows the average seawater temperature for each month over the past 10 years. So from 2014 to 2024. This table is updated regularly so check back. The data is based on measurements that were collected at the coast of the Netherlands. The average temperature was measured on the surface of the water. Below the same values but shown in a graph.
Difference in seawater temperature summer and winter
These data illustrate that the seawater temperatures are highest in the summer months (July and August). In August even with average temperatures of 19 degrees Celsius. In the winter months (January and February) the average temperatures are lowest, with average values of 6 degrees Celsius.
Kitesurfing for beginners in 10 steps
Is kite surfing your dream and do you want to start it. Especially for this we have created an FAQ and 10 step plan for you.
Using the table, you can roughly predict what the seawater temperature will be today. However, not exactly. It is important to note that these temperatures can vary depending on specific weather conditions and climate changes. Nevertheless, these averages provide a good overview of typical seawater temperatures along the Dutch coast.
Inner water temperature
A golden rule is that the temperature of inland water is warmer in summer and colder in winter than the sea temperature.
We look back at February 2021. That was a month to never forget. No winter sports, no kitesurfing holidays, no Red Bull King of the Air… And then suddenly a pack of snow followed by beautiful ice with wind. We ourselves enjoyed the ice kiting and the skating immensely. In addition, we enjoyed all the videos and photos of the snow kiting, ice kiting, ice winging, ice surfing and ice sailing immensely.
On the ice with the wing is really beautiful
With a wing and snowboard was still a thing. You need quite a bit of strength to get through the snow. You miss the buoyancy of the kite. However, with skates on and a wing in your hand you literally float over the ice. This has turned out to be sublime for many kiters. Of course you do not get the speed as with a kite. However, it is much less complex with a wing. No lines, no remote kite etc.
Talent Marlie van der Ven
Our eye fell on a number of beautiful photos and videos of the ice-making van Marlie van der Ven. We contacted Marlie and hereby a small series of pictures of the ice wing. Enjoy!
Wingsurfing and wing foiling is breaking through
It had been around for years but never really broke through. In 2020 the time had come. A number of kitesurf brands managed to make very good surf wings. Quite logical given the knowledge and available materials of these brands. At the moment, development is going very fast. Every month there are new brands that bring wingsurfing equipment to the market.
My name is Olmo and especially for Kitesurfpro I am writing this article about kitesurfing holidays. While wave surfing has been gaining popularity for years, I also see more and more kite surfers taking to the water. It is essential that you only start kiting when you really know what you are doing. If you have not had a lesson, kiting is really not fun and I would therefore advise against doing this. And what better way to learn to kite than through a kitesurfing holiday ?!
If you want learn kite surfing a kitesurfing holiday can be a very nice option. I would like to explain why I think a kitesurfing holiday is such a suitable idea. There are some very clear advantages and others that you may be less likely to come up with yourself. I'd be happy to take you.
Reason 1: go on a kitesurfing holiday to learn kitesurfing
Because whether you start kitesurfing, have already had a few lessons or you can already kite independently, a kitesurfing holiday is there for everyone. And yes, even if you can kitesurf very well yourself, there is still plenty to learn, because the waves on the North Sea are really a bit different from those in Zanzibar, Fuerteventura or Brazil - just to name a couple. Oh, and did you already realize that the chance of sun in those places is also great.
The good providers of kitesurfing holidays offer lessons for kiters at all levels and are guaranteed to teach you a lot of new skills. Whether this concerns the first lessons of kiting, improving your water start or up wind or just skipping the jumps or at high speed over the water, you can learn at every level. It is really untrue that good kiters can no longer learn on a kitesurfing holiday (something I often hear). The good kitesurfing instructors think it is really cool to tell you their experiences and to get started with someone who already has a lot of experience - after all, they also want something different than again that beginners lesson.
Reason 2: meet kiters from all over the world
Whether you go on a kitesurfing trip in the Netherlands, stay within Europe or travel the wide world, you will meet new people everywhere who usually come from all over the world. The experienced traveler calculates this benefit automatically, for the enthusiasts who have even less experience with travel: we cannot emphasize this enough. It can be really nice to meet people from other countries with different cultures. Learn about their customs, their language and their kitesurfing stories. And who knows, you might keep in touch after the holidays. And this is really an extra advantage of a kitesurfing holiday. It is quite possible that you have dinner with the group every evening, where you will really get the time to get to know others. And maybe in 1-2 years you will fly to Egypt or Brazil yourself to visit your friends, where you can also go kite surfing on the spot. How cool would that be ?!
On a kitesurfing holiday in Brazil
Reason 3: kite surfing clears your mind
That you can relax with kite surfing, that is certainly as far as I am concerned. It is of course a very physical activity, but mentally you can really experience a wonderful rest. If you focus on something that you enjoy, you will see that you push all other thoughts out of your mind. And this is also very important to be involved with during a holiday, because with everyone's busy life in the Netherlands one can wear a bit more often the head to think.
Reason 4: because of your kitesurfing holiday you are also automatically traveling
We already mentioned it a bit at point 2, but in addition to the international and nice new people you will meet, you will also notice that you will automatically start traveling if you want to go on a kitesurfing holiday.
On the one hand, you will of course travel to a destination (the chance that there is a good spot at your door is not very great), where you will discover many new places. You will also travel during your kitesurfing holiday because it is very common that you will go to different kitesurf spots to kite. These can be different beaches (where you sometimes even go by boat) or even other villages / cities / provinces. You can not think of it that bad, but kite surfing is really a sport where you will come to many new places.
Are kitesurfing holidays suitable for all levels?
Certainly! We can be very brief about this. Of course, certain kitesurfing holidays will be better suited for beginners and others are especially for advanced kiters. This will - if you book at least with a good party - be properly indicated. So whether you are a beginner, intermediate or already have a lot of experience with kiting, you can always find a kitesurfing holiday that suits you well.
Kitesurfing holiday Fuerteventura
Where can you best go for your kitesurfing holiday?
As we could read earlier, the ideal destination for you depends entirely on a number of things. Think of your level, the period you want to go, the luxury you enjoy during your holiday and your personal preferences in terms of destination will also play a role. We really recommend that you work with a specialized party (which does not have to cost extra at all) so that you can be sure that you end up in the right spot.
Kitesurfing holidays in Europe
If you would like to book a kitesurfing holiday within Europe, you can look for the following places (there are many other kitesurfing spots). Do not forget: the period and your level are essential to take into account.
Spain: Tarifa | Fuerteventura | Tenerife
Portugal: Esposende | Guincho | Lagoa de Obidos
France: Lacanau | Leucate
Italy: Sicily | Toscana | Lake Garda
Greece: Marmari | Lefkadi | Rhodes
There are of course many other beautiful kite surfing spots, where countries such as the Netherlands, Germany, Croatia and other destinations can certainly be a spot where you can go. However, it also depends on the offer at the time you want to go.
On a kite holiday to South Africa
Kitesurfing holidays outside Europe
We can talk for hours about kitesurfing spots outside Europe. To keep it compact, we would like to mention a few:
Dakhla, Morocco
Paracuru, Brazil
Cucumbuco, Brazil
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Hawaii, USA
Cancún, Mexico
Cabarete, Dominican Republic
Cape Town, South Africa
We can literally go on for hours. It becomes clear that you can travel to the most tropical places on our planet to (learn) to kite surf. Use it to your advantage!
About the author
My name is Olmo and I am the founder of SurfaWhile, the online travel agency for surfing holidays. Over the years we have also expanded our range of kitesurfing holidays considerably, with offerings both within the Netherlands and in Europe and even beyond (the exact range depends on the period in which you want to go). If you want to know more, you can always take a look at overview kitesurfing holidays on SurfaWhile.
In this kitesurfing blog we will not discuss kitesurfing in March kitesurfing holidays. No, we hope to give you insight into what awaits you as a kitesurfer in the Netherlands. Will there be another opportunity in March to snowkiting, ice kiting and / or ice wings? It could be, but the chance has become much smaller. The clocks are also being changed on March 30th, which means we can soon go kitesurfing in the evenings again. How cool is that! So we are mainly focusing on the kitesurfing itself.
Kitesurfing in March starts with higher temperatures
We did not start March with spring weather. The beginning is still water cold. However, the expectation until mid-March is temperatures up to 15 degrees. We hope for a nice sun and of course wind.
Average temperature in March is rising
The average temperature in March over the past 10 years is 6,5 degrees. In April this is 10,2 degrees. In February this was still 4 degrees and this matched the actual average temperature in February 2025. In March the average temperature will rise to 6,5 degrees.
The average temperature in March is 6,5 degrees.
Extra insulation in the winter is not a superfluous luxury.
Average water temperature is rising
The average sea temperature in February was approximately 6 degrees. In March this is 5,7 degrees and in April 7,3 degrees. However, at the end of December the sea water was still about 9,3 degrees. That was a lot warmer than the current average. The average temperature of the inland waters is slightly colder in March. Do you want to go kitesurfing in March in the Netherlands? Then view the tips below.
Kitesurfing March: we have left the months with the coldest water temperature behind us, but it is still cold.
Be sensible if you go kitesurfing in March
The fact is that the water temperature will still be cold in the coming weeks. Your body loses heat much faster in the water than in the air. So pay attention because hypothermia is a risk that is often recognized too late. So short sessions and stop and warm up on time. Especially if you notice that you are starting to get tired. Also do not sail too far and go out onto the water alone. Which is of course always unwise anyway.
Must read: 12 tips kitesurfing in the winter
This blog is specifically about what to expect in terms of weather, wind and water in March. A must read for kitesurfing in winter is our kitesurfing in the winter special containing 12 tips for a successful winter session.
Average wind force is decreasing
In March the wind blows more than 66 knots on average 7% of the time. 7 knots is pretty much the lower limit to be able to kitefoiling. In March, the average wind speed is 5,9 knots off the coast of Wijk aan Zee. The chance of wind is therefore less than in February. But the chance of wind is much greater than during the summer months.
Correct thickness wetsuit kite surfing March
We are still in the coldest months. You notice it clearly on a cloudy, rainy day. You don't even have to be at the seaside for that. It is therefore still time for at least a 5/4 mm wetsuit. We have advice on the correct wetsuit thickness for you. In fact, you cannot ignore the use of neoprene surf shoes. In addition, you see almost all kitesurfers with neoprene caps, gloves and windbreakers.
Kitesurfing in March - A little sun makes it immediately more pleasant.
As you can see in the picture and have probably noticed yourself when kitesurfing in the winter months. As soon as the sun comes out it is immediately more pleasant. Then also forget the sunscreen not.
In this kitesurfing blog we answer the question of which size kite you need for which wind. Not only for beginners but also for experienced kite surfers. If you starts kite surfing do you want to purchase your first kitesurfing set soon? Naturally, you then wonder which size kite is suitable for you in which wind. There is a lot of choice and it may all seem a bit complicated, but it is not that bad. We help you make the right choice here. Although this question is often asked by beginners, this blog also serves as a reference for any kite surfer.
Unfortunately, we often see kite surfers with an incorrect size kite on the water. This is unpleasant kitesurfing and can ultimately lead to dangerous situations.
Did you know that we with our special explanation of kitesurfing provide a reference book in which important kitesurfing information can be quickly searched.
Which size kite is suitable for you in which wind?
To begin with, there are different sizes of kites. Sizes are indicated in meters (m). An indication of common sizes in meters are: 6m, 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 11m, 12m, 13m and 14m kites.
The wind range of the kite is usually indicated on the storage bag of a kite, and on the kite itself. The so-called 'wind range'. This is indicated in knots. However, this data is often very generic. In addition, this data does not take into account the weight of the kite surfer. The size of kite that the kitesurfer uses depends on a number of factors, including:
the wind force or the number of knots and gusts of wind;
To give you an accurate yet generic picture of which kite size (size of the kite) suits your weight and the wind strength, we have made an overview below.
Taking wind gusts into account
Because we almost always have to deal with gusts of wind in the Netherlands, we have included gusts in the overview. We advise you to always start from the maximum number of knots of wind gusts when choosing a kite size.
When there are no gusts of wind
If the wind is stable, so no gusts are predicted, you can choose to use one size larger kite than is advised in the overview.
Which size kite in which wind. The indicative kite size calculator. The table is based on an intermediate level kitesurfer with a standard twin tip kiteboard.
Pay attention! This is a general and indicative overview. The table is based on an intermediate level kitesurfer with a standard twintip kiteboard.
Suitable wind power kitesurfing
A nice wind force to start kite surfing, practice and kite surfing is between 14 - 21 knots (wind force 4 - 5). Very experienced kite surfers even go on the water at more than 27 knots (wind force 7). Read more about the wind strength at which kitesurfing can be done. Also see how you determine whether it is wise for you to go kitesurfing in the article 'Can I kite surf today?'.
Snow kiting and ice kiting
Looking for a rule of thumb for choosing the right size kite for snowkiting in stronger winds? That is your normal size with which you would go kitesurfing in the same wind divided by two. look at the tips snowkiting. With ice kiting you can keep a smaller size. look at the tips ice kiting.
Starting with one size kite or multiple sizes?
Start with one good beginner kite
OIt seems logical that you start with the purchase of one kite. As we stated, a nice wind force to start kitesurfing is good practice and kitesurfing is between 14 – 21 knots (wind force 4 – 5). The wind is often most stable then and the water still fairly calm. One kite in combination with a twintip kiteboard is an excellent combination. In addition, it saves on costs.
Type of kite also important
Especially if you are one good beginners kite If you want to purchase it, it is important that the kite has the largest possible wind range. This means that the kite quickly helps you get started with little wind and is easy to disprove with more wind. This of course has its limits. In addition, kitesurfing with a kite size that does not fit the wind, ultimately comes at the expense of the controllability of a kite, kitesurfing fun and safety. Don't underestimate this.
Are you going for two kites? Determine which size kite is suitable
If you want to kitesurf from wind force 4 to a good wind force 6 (14 – 27 knots), you will have to purchase several kites. For example, you purchase a 9 meter and a 12 meter (kite surfer weighs about 80 to 90 kilos) or a 7 and 10 meters (kite surfer weighs about 75 kilos). We hope to have answered the question so that you now know which size kite is suitable for you in which wind. Finally, do you have an additional question? Reassure this.
Which size kite suitable for which wind. Almost on-plane! Also check out our youtube channel for gifts kitesurf videos.
What size and type of twin tip?
You now know which size kite you need in which wind. In terms of kiteboard, you need a board that suits your level and your riding style. If you like a flat thing larger and wider twin-tip When you purchase the kite, you have the advantage of extra buoyancy of the kiteboard and thus the kiteboard starts faster ('plane'). The disadvantage can be that you quickly get bored of this.
Start with a 'freeride' twin tip. This is everyone's friend for fun sessions to join in whatever you feel like at the time.
Feel free to view the extensive item about kiteboards and what the different ones kite boards being suitable. You may also view which size twintip kiteboard is right for you.
