Strande
Germany · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds N, NW, W
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
About this spot
Strande sits on the west side of the outer Kiel Fjord, with a fine sandy beach that shelves gently and is partly stony, and the harbour right next door. Home of the Kiel surf club and one of the best-known areas in Kiel Bay. The Baltic here is tide-free: no water-level window, flat to small wind chop near shore.
In north and northwest the wind comes in free and clean. The prevailing west to southwest wind is offshore here but is accelerated by a jet effect in front of Strande – usable, but with care. In northeast to east a swell builds quickly in the fjord, and from 6 Beaufort long Baltic waves over 2 metres roll in further out. A good spot for kite, windsurf and wingfoil from beginner to advanced, best 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 38 % 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 most reliable period runs from June to July. The least wind is in November (18 %). The water ranges from about 3 to 20 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
29 %
| 13 kn | W | 4 °C | 4 °C |
| February |
30 %
| 12 kn | W | 4 °C | 3 °C |
| March |
26 %
| 10 kn | W | 6 °C | 5 °C |
| April |
28 %
| 10 kn | W | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| May |
23 %
| 10 kn | W | 13 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
29 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
38 %
| 11 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
26 %
| 10 kn | W | 19 °C | 20 °C |
| September |
19 %
| 10 kn | W | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
30 %
| 12 kn | W | 13 °C | 13 °C |
| November |
18 %
| 12 kn | W | 8 °C | 9 °C |
| December |
24 %
| 12 kn | SW | 5 °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 N, NW, W (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
Be careful in offshore west/southwest and do not head too far out in the accelerated jet. Parking is available but has height barriers – plan ahead with a van or roof box.
⚠︎ Hazards
Offshore west/southwest wind: drift onto the open fjord, make sure you can get back unaided. Stony ground near the shore.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Strande suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Strande suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). There are 3 surf schools nearby.
Which wind works at Strande?
Best with wind from N, NW, W. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the west.
When is the best time for Strande?
The best months are considered to be Apr–Oct. According to the wind statistics, July has the most wind days (38 % of days).
How warm is the water at Strande?
Over the year about 3 °C in February to 20 °C in August (model data).
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