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.
Kiting content in March
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.
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.
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.
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