The Levante wind can blow 30+ knots for days. Valdevaqueros and Hurricane Hotel are iconic windsurfing spots.
Best Season
April to October (strongest wind June–September)
Wind
Levante (easterly) 20–40 knots or Poniente (westerly) 15–25 knots
Water Temp
16°C in winter, 22°C in summer
Best Months for Windsurfing
Jun–Sep
Skill Level
Intermediate to advanced — Levante gusts can be challenging and choppy conditions at Valdevaqueros demand good harness technique.
These spots in Tarifa are known for windsurfing. Each has its own character and conditions.
The main kite and windsurf beach. Wide sandy beach with side-onshore Levante wind. Can get crowded in summer.
Legendary windsurf spot just north of Tarifa. Strong Levante wind with chop and small waves.
Pack a small wave sail (4.0–4.7m) for Levante and a freeride sail (5.5–6.5m) for Poniente. A 90–100L board covers most days.
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