Langeoog
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds W, NW, SW
- Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Langeoog offers 14 km of fine sandy beach, is car-free and lies between Baltrum and Spiekeroog in the Lower Saxony Wadden Sea National Park. The kite and surf beach is on the North Sea side west of the HU West beach section; on the Wadden side surfing is prohibited. The Nordstrand may be ridden from three hours after sunrise. You rig and launch on the beach and ride in the North Sea surf – good sand, plenty of room, established schools (including Proboarder and Surfschule Petersen).
The main wind is W, NW and SW; in clean westerly conditions it works reliably here. Where can you kite on Langeoog? At the designated kite and surf beach on the North Sea side, not in the Watt. Everything from beginner to freestyler is catered for. Travel by ferry from Bensersiel. 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 west. The least wind is in May (34 %). The water ranges from about 5 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
56 %
| 16 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| February |
50 %
| 15 kn | SW | 5 °C | 5 °C |
| March |
35 %
| 12 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| April |
35 %
| 13 kn | NW | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
34 %
| 12 kn | W | 12 °C | 13 °C |
| June |
37 %
| 11 kn | W | 16 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
57 %
| 12 kn | W | 18 °C | 19 °C |
| August |
39 %
| 12 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
35 %
| 12 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
54 %
| 14 kn | SW | 13 °C | 14 °C |
| November |
48 %
| 14 kn | SW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| December |
45 %
| 14 kn | SW | 6 °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 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 Bensersiel. Kite only at the designated kite and surf beach west of HU West on the North Sea side – Nordstrand from three hours after sunrise.
⚠︎ Hazards
Tide and currents on the west beach. Surfing is prohibited on the Wadden side; respect the limits of the kite and swimming 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 Langeoog suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Langeoog suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Chop). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Langeoog?
Best with wind from W, NW, SW. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Langeoog?
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 Langeoog?
Over the year about 5 °C in January to 20 °C in August (model data).
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