Dorum-Neufeld
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil · SUP
- Best winds W, NW, SW, N
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
A classic of the Wurster North Sea coast with a large dyke car park, beach promenade and solid surf school. The designated kite and surf zone is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Wadden Sea; you rig and launch on the big lawn by the dyke, and water access is easier than at neighbouring Wremen. You ride out on the flats, with good wind directions from SW through NW to N. Depending on the wind there is flat to choppy water.
When can you kite at Dorum-Neufeld? Around 2.5 hours before to after high water – outside that window you only find water in the harbour entrance. A good beginner and family area with lots of room; before Easter and after October the beach is often freely accessible. Season 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 57 % 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 most reliable period runs from June to July. The least wind is in March (32 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
55 %
| 15 kn | SW | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| February |
48 %
| 14 kn | SW | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| March |
32 %
| 11 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| April |
44 %
| 12 kn | NW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
41 %
| 11 kn | NW | 13 °C | 15 °C |
| June |
44 %
| 11 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| July |
57 %
| 12 kn | NW | 18 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
40 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
32 %
| 11 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
54 %
| 14 kn | SW | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
47 %
| 14 kn | SW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
46 %
| 13 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, 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
Large dyke car park; rig on the lawn, easy entry. Ride only in the designated kite/surf zone. Plan the tide window ~2.5 hrs around high water.
⚠︎ Hazards
Tides: outside the high-water window the flats dry out, with water only in the harbour entrance. Head back in time.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dorum-Neufeld suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Dorum-Neufeld suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop).
Which wind works at Dorum-Neufeld?
Best with wind from W, NW, SW, N. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-west.
When is the best time for Dorum-Neufeld?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (57 % of days).
How warm is the water at Dorum-Neufeld?
Over the year about 3 °C in January to 20 °C in August (model data).
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