Juist
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Surfing · Wingfoil
- Best winds W, NW, SW
- Level Intermediate · Pro
- Water Mixed
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Juist, the "Töwerland", is at 17 km the longest East Frisian island – car-free, narrow, with steady North Sea wind. You kite in designated zones of the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park: on the Nordstrand beyond the recreation zone from three hours after sunrise, and on the south side in the tidal window three hours before to three hours after high water (01 Apr–31 Oct). You rig and launch on the beach or at the school on the Nordstrand; depending on the water level, wide tidal channels offer shallow practice water.
The main wind is W, NW and SW. How do you get to Juist? By ferry from Norddeich, around 90 minutes – sailings follow the tide, so plan for gear transport. On the car-free island everything runs at an easy pace. Suits intermediates and experienced kiters; season April to October.
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Location
Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, January is the windiest month: on 62 % 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 south-west. The most reliable period runs from October to February. The least wind is in March (35 %). In the warmer season (water from 15 °C), July brings the most wind days (59 %). The water ranges from about 5 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
62 %
| 17 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| February |
49 %
| 16 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| March |
35 %
| 13 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| April |
35 %
| 13 kn | NW | 8 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
37 %
| 13 kn | W | 12 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
42 %
| 12 kn | W | 16 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
59 %
| 13 kn | W | 18 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
43 %
| 12 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
37 %
| 13 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
58 %
| 16 kn | SW | 13 °C | 14 °C |
| November |
55 %
| 16 kn | SW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| December |
51 %
| 16 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °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
Travel by ferry from Norddeich (approx. 90 min, tide-dependent), plan for gear transport. Kite zones: Nordstrand from three hours after sunrise, south side in the tidal window.
⚠︎ Hazards
Mind the tide, currents and tidal channels – the south side only within the tidal window. Respect the limits of the kite and recreation zones.
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 Juist suitable for beginners?
Not really. According to the spot info, Juist is a spot for Intermediate · Pro (water: Mixed). There are 2 surf schools nearby.
Which wind works at Juist?
Best with wind from W, NW, SW. In the windiest month (January), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Juist?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days in the warmer season (water from 15 °C, 59 %); overall January is the windiest (62 %), but the water is cold then.
How warm is the water at Juist?
Over the year about 5 °C in January to 20 °C in August (model data).
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