Damp
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds E, NE, N
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Damp is a holiday resort with a wide sandy beach at the northern edge of Eckernförde Bay. The Baltic here is tide-free – no tidal window, and large shallow areas with gentle waves make the spot beginner-friendly. It surfs best near the two moles that form the harbour entrance for the excursion boats: on the right-hand side you get out onto the Baltic cleanly in north to east-northeast wind.
In northerly or easterly conditions the wind comes sideshore. In southwest, fast kiting is on the cards because waves up to around 1 metre then build. A popular spot with solid rental and school infrastructure; when the wind veers too far south, Damp is a good alternative to the spots on the bay south shore. Best season April to October, from beginner to advanced.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, September is the windiest month: on 23 % 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 east. The least wind is in October (9 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
13 %
| 14 kn | NE | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
19 %
| 13 kn | E | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
17 %
| 11 kn | E | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
21 %
| 11 kn | E | 8 °C | 8 °C |
| May |
21 %
| 11 kn | E | 12 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
13 %
| 10 kn | E | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
10 %
| 11 kn | E | 18 °C | 19 °C |
| August |
14 %
| 10 kn | E | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
23 %
| 11 kn | E | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
9 %
| 13 kn | E | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
15 %
| 13 kn | N | 8 °C | 10 °C |
| December |
13 %
| 13 kn | E | 5 °C | 7 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from E, NE, 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
Surf near the two moles; on the right-hand side you get out cleanly onto the Baltic in north to east-northeast wind. In southwest it builds to around 1 m waves – fast kiting then. A good alternative when the wind in the bay veers too far south.
⚠︎ Hazards
Moles and harbour entrance: keep clear of the excursion-boat channel. Busy holiday beach in summer. No tides on the Baltic.
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.
Nearest surf school
Frequently asked questions
Is Damp suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Damp suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). The nearest surf school is about 12 km away.
Which wind works at Damp?
Best with wind from E, NE, N. In the windiest month (September), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the east.
When is the best time for Damp?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, September has the most wind days (23 % of days).
How warm is the water at Damp?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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