Sotavento hosts the PWA World Cup. Cross-shore wind, flat lagoon at low tide, and warm water year-round.
Best Season
Year-round. Wind: May–September (strongest). Waves: October–March.
Wind
Trade winds (NE) 15–30 knots, most consistent in summer
Water Temp
18°C in winter, 23°C in summer
Best Months for Windsurfing
May–Sep
Skill Level
All levels — the Sotavento lagoon at low tide is beginner-friendly; Flag Beach and Rocky Point suit intermediates and experts.
These spots in Fuerteventura are known for windsurfing. Each has its own character and conditions.
Home of the PWA World Cup. At low tide, a massive flat-water lagoon forms. At high tide, it's choppy with small waves.
North of Corralejo. Wide sandy beach with side-shore trades. Good for kiting and windsurfing at all levels.
Wave sailing spot near Corralejo. NE swell + NE wind creates perfect conditions for wave riding.
Pack a freeride/wave sail (4.5–5.5m) and a versatile wave/freeride board. Sotavento's lagoon at low tide requires a fin that handles shallow water.
Sport
Windsurfing
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