Nessnass Beach
United Arab Emirates · Kitesurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds NW (Shamal)
- Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
- Water Chop
- Best months Oct–Apr
About this spot
Nessnass Beach – also known as Jumeirah Public Beach – sits about four kilometres south of Kite Beach along Jumeirah Beach Road, near Sunset Mall. It is the quieter of the two Dubai spots: the same winds as Kite Beach but with far more room, which is why the local scene has made it their go-to foil and freestyle area.
The wind is the winter Shamal, a northwesterly system that blows from November to April at roughly 15–25 knots, often holding for several days in a row. The water is flat to lightly choppy and the bay opens in a U-shape, so almost any direction sits side- to side-onshore. When is the best time to go? December to April, when the Shamal is most reliable and the water is still pleasantly warm. It suits taught beginners as well as foilers and freestylers looking for open space.
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Wind & weather through the year
According to model data for 2021–2025, September is the windiest month: on 27 % 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 August to September. The least wind is in October (8 %). The water ranges from about 22 to 34 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
16 %
| 9 kn | W | 21 °C | 22 °C |
| February |
24 %
| 10 kn | W | 22 °C | 22 °C |
| March |
17 %
| 10 kn | W | 24 °C | 23 °C |
| April |
19 %
| 9 kn | NW | 27 °C | 27 °C |
| May |
18 %
| 10 kn | W | 30 °C | 31 °C |
| June |
22 %
| 10 kn | NW | 33 °C | 33 °C |
| July |
20 %
| 10 kn | NW | 35 °C | 34 °C |
| August |
22 %
| 9 kn | NW | 35 °C | 34 °C |
| September |
27 %
| 9 kn | NW | 34 °C | 34 °C |
| October |
8 %
| 8 kn | NW | 31 °C | 31 °C |
| November |
9 %
| 8 kn | W | 28 °C | 28 °C |
| December |
10 %
| 8 kn | NW | 24 °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 NW (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
More room than Kite Beach – ideal for foiling and freestyle sessions. The Shamal often builds through the day, with the late afternoon usually the most stable.
⚠︎ Hazards
Between Shamal phases it can stay windless for days – check the forecast. In the warmer half of the year the wind drops off sharply and water temperatures run high.
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 Nessnass Beach suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Nessnass Beach suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Chop).
Which wind works at Nessnass Beach?
Best with wind from NW (Shamal). In the windiest month (September), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the north-west.
When is the best time for Nessnass Beach?
The best months are considered to be Oct–Apr. According to the wind statistics, September has the most wind days (27 % of days).
How warm is the water at Nessnass Beach?
Over the year about 22 °C in February to 34 °C in July (model data).
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