Burhave
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · SUP
- Best winds W, NW, SW
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Neighbouring village to Tossens and Fedderwardersiel, a classic North Sea resort with a dyke car park near the beach. The kite zone sits to the left of the seawater pool (Nordseelagune); a wide tidal creek (Priel) runs in front of the groyne and, on the right tide, gives a nice flat-water piste. You rig and launch at the dyke/beach and ride out on the creek and tidal flat. As the water rises it gets choppier.
When is Burhave best? Around two hours after high water on the ebb the creek runs smooth – or you walk out on the rising tide and kite back to the beach with the flood. A good spot for beginners and light-wind fans who want to avoid the bustle of Norddeich or Dangast, April to October.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, July is the windiest month: on 50 % of days the wind blows at 12 knots or more from a direction that works at this spot for at least three daytime hours. It then mostly blows from the north-west. The least wind is in March (26 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 21 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
45 %
| 13 kn | SW | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| February |
38 %
| 12 kn | SW | 5 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
26 %
| 10 kn | SW | 7 °C | 6 °C |
| April |
35 %
| 11 kn | NW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
34 %
| 11 kn | NW | 13 °C | 15 °C |
| June |
31 %
| 10 kn | NW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
50 %
| 11 kn | NW | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
30 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| September |
28 %
| 10 kn | SW | 17 °C | 19 °C |
| October |
41 %
| 12 kn | SW | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
37 %
| 12 kn | SW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
37 %
| 12 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from W, NW, SW (usable according to the spot info) are counted. Model data (ECMWF IFS, approx. 9 km grid) – local venturi and thermal effects can be stronger. Weather data: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0)
Insider tips
Use the creek in front of the groyne – smooth about two hours after high water. Stay in the kite zone and keep clear of the swimmer area. BEEKite/Kitebrothers nearby.
⚠︎ Hazards
Tides: at ebb a muddy, long slog across the flats; current in the creek. Respect the bathing area and kite zone.
All information without guarantee. Please check locally whether kiting, windsurfing, winging or surfing is currently allowed here – protected areas, swimming zones and seasonal closures change. You go on the water at your own risk.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Burhave suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Burhave suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop).
Which wind works at Burhave?
Best with wind from W, NW, SW. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-west.
When is the best time for Burhave?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (50 % of days).
How warm is the water at Burhave?
Over the year about 3 °C in January to 21 °C in August (model data).
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