The best destinations where to kitesurfing in September

Let’s feel the best vibes in some of the best kitesurfing destinations in September

During September, spring kicks into full gear in the south of the Equator, and as we look into the north, strong winds start to combine with the summer season. As a result, a lot of kitesurfing spots open up all over the world during September!
And since the peak summer season will already be over by June and July, you will not find a lot of crowd at the kitesurfing spots. This gives you more time to go out in the sea on your kites and to even explore these exotic locations.
If we talk about available kitesurfing spots in September, you can find good conditions in the northern side of Brazil – In fact, a lot of pro riders go there for their winter training sessions. And if we look elsewhere, Egypt and Sri Lanka are also great options for September. And if you are feeling a little adventurous, you can also try Mauritius, which offers fantastic conditions in September.
But before we look at good kite spots in September, let’s look at some of the reasons which make September a good month for kitesurfing!

3 Reasons to Go Kitesurfing in September

Let’s take a quick look to figure out why you should visit the best kitesurfing destinations in September:

Skip the Crowd

If you truly enjoy kitesurfing, then you will know that it can be a hassle to go kitesurfing with a big crowd. With everyone in the water along with their kites, it can get difficult to avoid collisions and just ruins the whole experience.

So by choosing to go kitesurfing in September, you can avoid the general tourist crowds and even a lot of other kitesurfers too!

In general, people are usually back to work during September, and vacation time ends pretty much everywhere in the world. So it can be a good month for kitesurfing and will even get you some good deals on the flights too!

Taste of summer

In most kitesurfing destinations, the summer season usually ends in September. So another good reason to go out in the sea with your kites during September is that you can get a last taste of the current summer season! With a long winter season ahead that brings snow and chilling winds, it seems like a good idea to recharge your batteries ahead of time!

Good Conditions

In pretty much all the famous spots, such as Sri Lanka, the Caribbean, and even Brazil, you will be welcomed with good kitesurfing conditions during September. Furthermore, you will be able to enjoy even more freedom as fewer people will be heading toward the tourist spots!

In general, winds tend to be consistent and strong (starting from 12 knots) during September, which makes it ideal for any type of wind sports or even water sports! So if you want good winds and a perfect temperature, then September is the month for you!

 Best Kitesurfing Destinations to Visit in September

In Sri Lanka , we usually have 16-25 knots in September, making our destination a great kitesurfing spot during that month.

Need more ideas on where to kitesurfing in September? Then have a look at some of the best spots we have selected for you:

1. Mahe Island (Seychelles)

If you are into kitesurfing, then you have got to check Mahe Island from Seychelles at least once in your lifetime! During September, you can enjoy the great tropical landscape of Mahe Island along with the southeast wind that continues to blow from the start of the autumn season at a constant speed. This availability of consistent wind means that all levels of kiters can flock to Mahe Island during September!

You can also easily find great accommodation options on Mahe Island during September. But just to be on the safe side, it will be a good idea to make your bookings ahead of time to get a good room with a view. If you get lucky, you can get a beach-facing room on Mahe Island!

As for the food, you can enjoy a lot of local restaurants serving local food, but if you have a taste for international cuisine, you can find these too during September!

2. Tarifa (Spain)

If you ask for recommended kitesurfing spots from anyone, you will likely hear the name Tarifa! This is the popularity that Tarifa (Spain) has earned among the kitesurfers. In the month of September, this spot offers the best conditions in all of Europe with its iconic consistent winds. However, the wind speed can get a little too strong for some people – That’s why this spot is perfect for the experts only!

On some occasions, wind speed can even reach 40 knots, and during September, you can expect nothing but powerful winds. As for the wind type in Tariaa, it can either be side-on or offshore.

During the summer season, Tarifa attracts a lot of crowds, but it becomes a little less during September. This also presents an opportunity for you to meet great like-minded people from around the world. And even if we keep everything aside for a moment, the general vibes and the atmosphere is unmatched in all of Europe!

>> Tarifa is among our list with the best kite destinations on earth

3. Cocos Keeling Island (Australia)

Looking for another great spot to visit during September? The next name on our list is Cocos Keeling Island, located in Australia! It offers shallow warm water and azure blue lagoons with consistent winds throughout the day. The wind speed in Cocos Keeling Island is almost perfect for all kiters during September.

So it doesn’t matter if you are a new kiter or an advanced freestyle; you can enjoy the kiting season in Cocos Keeling Island up to your heart’s desire!

From July – October, the average wind speed is around 15 knots to 27 knots which means that you can use all kite sizes (7m, 9m, and 12m). And the icing on the cake is the temperature in Cocos Keeling Island, which remains within the 25 to 27-degree centigrade range.

It is rare to experience any no-wind days in Cocos Keeling Island, but even if you do encounter any, you can enjoy the amazing beaches and beautiful scenery of these tropical Islands!

4. Nananu-I-Ra Island (Fiji)

Fiji is present at a strategic location in the great South Pacific which makes it another good choice during September! This spot is famous for its amazing diving spots, fishing conditions, turquoise waters, and consistent winds.

Although you can find a lot of spots in Fiji, the place which attracts the most attention is Nananu-I-Ra Island which offers one of the finest kitesurfing conditions in the world.

During September, the average trade wind remains between 15 knots to 25 knots throughout the autumn and winter season. Furthermore, you can also find a lot of wave spots in Nananu-I-Ra Island, which makes up for the best kitesurfing conditions for this month! In fact, the waves are so consistent and good that you can practically surf all day long if you want to!

As for the accommodation, you will have to find someplace such as a beach house as finding a place right on the kitesurf spot would be hard. However, you can easily find a great place at a close distance and can use local transportation to go to the beach.

Last but not least, you can also find a lot of great Asian and Western dishes near the sea, which makes it a great deal.

>> Take a look at our list with the best places to kitesurfing in Asia

5. Cape Hatteras (USA)

The #5 spot for kitesurfing on our list is Cape Hatteras which offers excellent conditions during September. This is a small island located in the USA with winds coming from a lot of different choices. So if you are looking for a kitesurfing spot in the USA for the month of September, then go with Cape Hatteras without any doubt!

This is basically a remote location which means that you get to enjoy a lot of privacy from the usual tourist crowds as well. In general, this is more of a quiet place where you can come and kite as you please. But if you are looking for a place that is loud, then Cape Hatteras might not be for you.

But if your only interest is kitesurfing without all the fuss and the parties, then definitely go for the Cape Hatteras in September!

Conclusion

What’s a better way to say goodbye to the summer than to book a kitesurfing holiday in August? During this month, you will notice that a lot of tourist spots get busy as people flock to the beaches and exotic locations for one last time before the summer ends.

This also means that you will encounter a lot of fellow kitesurfers in the spots mentioned above. And even if you are not a kitesurfer yet, then visiting any of the kitesurfing spots during August can be a good idea too – You can easily find plenty of kitesurfing Schools pretty much everywhere.

And since we are talking about peak summer months, this means higher accommodation prices, higher food, and so on. However, on the flip side, the statistics show that flight fares tend to be more affordable in August when compared with June and July!

So before the winter comes and confines people back to the indoors, it can be a good idea to go kitesurfing in August for one last time… You can experience warm waters and warm temperatures during August, which will make you look forward to the next summer season!