Zandvoort
Netherlands · Kitesurf · Windsurf · Wingfoil
- Best winds W, SW, NW
- Level Beginner · Intermediate
- Water Chop
- Best months Apr–Oct
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About this spot
The North Sea beach at Zandvoort, near Amsterdam, is one of the busiest urban kite spots in northern Europe. A long, gently shelving sandy beach with plenty of room to rig and three official kite and windsurf zones.
Wind works in the sector from SSW to NNW (roughly 210 to 020 degrees); the prevailing direction is southwest, and it blows most reliably in September and October, while midsummer easterlies make it weak. Three offshore sandbar belts let the waves reform several times, with flatter sections in between – so the sea is choppy with a wave element. Do I need to watch the tide at Zandvoort? Yes: the range is small, but the current runs north on the flood and south on the ebb and can be hard work against you. Suits beginners and intermediates.
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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 south-west. The most reliable period runs from July to August. The least wind is in March (33 %). The water ranges from about 6 to 21 °C over the year.
| Month | Wind days ≥ 12 kn | Avg wind | Direction | Air | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January |
56 %
| 15 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| February |
49 %
| 14 kn | SW | 6 °C | 6 °C |
| March |
33 %
| 12 kn | SW | 7 °C | 8 °C |
| April |
35 %
| 13 kn | SW | 9 °C | 10 °C |
| May |
42 %
| 12 kn | SW | 13 °C | 14 °C |
| June |
40 %
| 11 kn | SW | 16 °C | 17 °C |
| July |
57 %
| 12 kn | SW | 18 °C | 20 °C |
| August |
46 %
| 12 kn | SW | 19 °C | 21 °C |
| September |
36 %
| 12 kn | SW | 17 °C | 18 °C |
| October |
50 %
| 14 kn | SW | 14 °C | 15 °C |
| November |
44 %
| 15 kn | SW | 10 °C | 11 °C |
| December |
44 %
| 15 kn | SW | 7 °C | 8 °C |
Wind day = at least 3 hours at ≥ 12 kn in daylight (09:00–19:00 local time). Only hours with wind from W, SW, 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
Check the tide and current direction before your session – going against the current quickly gets tiring. Schools and rental are at the beach pavilion on the south beach.
⚠︎ Hazards
A busy city beach with swimmers in summer – ride only in the designated kite zones. The tidal current can set you off course.
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 Zandvoort suitable for beginners?
Yes. According to the spot info, Zandvoort suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate (water: Chop). There is one surf school nearby.
Which wind works at Zandvoort?
Best with wind from W, SW, NW. In the windiest month (July), model data show the wind mostly blowing from the south-west.
When is the best time for Zandvoort?
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 Zandvoort?
Over the year about 6 °C in January to 21 °C in August (model data).
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