Dahab – Masbat
Egypt · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds N
- Level Intermediate · Pro
- Water Chop
- Best months Mar–Nov
About this spot
Dahab lies on the Sinai Peninsula on the west coast of the Gulf of Aqaba. Because the wind is squeezed down the narrow gulf, it is often windier here than at other Egyptian spots. Masbat is the town's central bay, set between Assala and the Lighthouse – a lively diving and surf town on the reef.
The windsurf and kite zones are structured by reefs: flat water sits inside, ideal for freestyle, speed and technique. Beyond Napoleon Reef the open sea opens up with swell that can run to several metres – a good introduction to wave riding for advanced sailors. Is there a wave here too? Yes, beyond the reef; in its shelter it stays flat. The wind is mostly thermal from the north, with a "sunset wind" noticeable in the early morning and late afternoon.
Best season is roughly April to October, most consistent and strongest in high summer.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, June is the windiest month: on 82 % 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-east. The most reliable period runs from May to June. The least wind is in November (33 %). The water ranges from about 21 to 29 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
35 %
| 11 kn | N | 19 °C | 23 °C |
| February |
52 %
| 12 kn | N | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| March |
54 %
| 12 kn | N | 22 °C | 22 °C |
| April |
51 %
| 11 kn | N | 26 °C | 23 °C |
| May |
65 %
| 12 kn | N | 29 °C | 24 °C |
| June |
82 %
| 13 kn | NE | 32 °C | 26 °C |
| July |
50 %
| 11 kn | NE | 34 °C | 29 °C |
| August |
65 %
| 12 kn | NE | 35 °C | 29 °C |
| September |
79 %
| 13 kn | NE | 33 °C | 28 °C |
| October |
63 %
| 12 kn | NE | 29 °C | 26 °C |
| November |
33 %
| 10 kn | N | 26 °C | 25 °C |
| December |
37 %
| 10 kn | N | 21 °C | 24 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from N (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
Stay inside, before Napoleon Reef, for flat water and freestyle; only head beyond the reef into open water for wave sailing. The late-afternoon "sunset wind" often delivers a second session.
⚠︎ Hazards
Sharp reef and shallow patches – wear shoes and only cross reef passages with enough water. Open sea with current sits behind the reef; offshore phases call for caution.
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.
Nearby surf schools
Frequently asked questions
Is Dahab – Masbat suitable for beginners?
Not really. According to the spot info, Dahab – Masbat is a spot for Intermediate · Pro (water: Chop). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Dahab – Masbat?
Best with wind from N. In the windiest month (June), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-east.
When is the best time for Dahab – Masbat?
The best months are considered to be Mar–Nov. According to the wind statistics, June has the most wind days (82 % of days).
How warm is the water at Dahab – Masbat?
Over the year about 21 °C in February to 29 °C in August (model data).
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