Where to kitesurf in winter: 6 spots with reliable wind from December to February
Cape Town, Sal, Boracay, Mui Ne, La Ventana and Jericoacoara: where the wind blows when it's winter in Europe and North America, with the odds of a windy day in December, January and February.
By the Waterspeed team
When it’s winter in Europe and North America, the wind is somewhere else. These six spots have their windy season between December and February, and on most days in those months there is enough wind to kite.
Wind odds below are the share of days with at least three consecutive daylight hours of 4 Beaufort (11-16 knots) or more. Source: The Kite Spot’s monthly wind statistics for each spot, read 22 Oct 2026.
| Spot | Windy days in Dec / Jan / Feb | Season | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jericoacoara and Preá, Brazil | 90% / 88% / 75% | High season August to January | East, cross-onshore; 20-38 knots in high season, small kites |
| Sal (Santa Maria), Cabo Verde | 88% / 81% / 84% | Peak November to June | North-east trade winds, 15-25 knots almost daily |
| Boracay, Philippines | 86% / 88% / 89% | High season January and February | North-east and east (Amihan), 16-25 knots |
| Cape Town (Blouberg), South Africa | 82% / 83% / 77% | High season December to February | South-east, stronger in the afternoon |
| La Ventana, Mexico | 73% / 70% / 68% | High season November to March | North and north-west, up to 35 knots on El Norte days |
| Mui Ne, Vietnam | 70% / 73% / 76% | High season January to March | North-east to south-east, 18-30 knots, gusts to 40 |
Which one when?
December: Jericoacoara and Sal have the best odds, with Boracay close behind. January: Boracay and Jericoacoara, then Cape Town and Sal. February: Boracay, then Sal and Cape Town; Mui Ne is at its windiest.
Strong wind and small kites: Jericoacoara and Mui Ne regularly blow 20 knots and more. Steadier trade winds: Sal and Boracay.
Before you book
- Check a forecast a week out as well as the statistics: a windy month can still have a calm week.
- Pack for the wind you’ll get: the stronger spots mean smaller kites than you use at home.
- Read the local rules: launch areas, kite zones and lessons are set spot by spot.
See where others are riding
Waterspeed Explore+ shows spots, typical conditions and where others are riding, from community sessions. Look up the spot before you go, then record your sessions to compare speed, distance and jibes across the trip. How to find the best spot near you
FAQ
Where is the windiest place to kitesurf in December? Of these six, Jericoacoara (90% of days windy) and Sal (88%).
Is Europe any good for kitesurfing in winter? None of these six is in Europe; they are the spots with their windy season in the northern winter. Check the statistics for any spot before you plan a trip.
