One of the most common questions we get: “When’s the best time to go to El Gouna for kitesurfing?” The answer depends on what you’re looking for. If you want maximum wind and warm water, that’s a different time than if you’re after peace, lower prices, and personal attention.
This guide is based on more than 20 years of experience on the spot. Since 2004, we’ve been here every day and know how conditions change month by month. No marketing slogans – just an honest overview so you can pick the time that suits you best.
How to Read This Guide
For each month, you’ll find:
- Air temperature – daily average
- Water temperature – average
- Wetsuit – what to wear
- Wind reliability – how often it blows
- Crowd level – how busy the spot is
- Personal recommendation – who the month is best for
January
Air: 21 °C | Water: 21 °C | Wetsuit: full 3/2 mm
January is a quiet month. After the Christmas and New Year rush, the spot empties out and you have the lagoon almost to yourself. The wind blows, but not every day – expect roughly 5 windy days out of 7. Some days are lighter and better suited for wingfoiling or relaxing.
Temperatures around 21 °C are a luxury for a European in winter. Back home it’s below freezing, here you’re in shorts at lunch and in a wetsuit on the water. A full wetsuit is a must – mornings and in the wind it’s noticeably cooler.
Best for: People who want peace, personal instructor attention, and an escape from European winter. Beginners have ideal conditions here – the lagoon is emptier, the instructor focuses solely on you. Accommodation in January is significantly cheaper than peak season.
February
Air: 23 °C | Water: 20 °C | Wetsuit: full 3/2 mm
February is similar to January, but temperatures are slowly rising. The water is paradoxically a degree cooler – the sea cools with a slight lag behind the air. A full wetsuit is still standard.
The spot is quiet, occasionally a group arrives, but it’s never as busy as spring or autumn. Wind is comparable to January – blows most of the week, but occasionally calms down for a day or two.
Best for: Same as January, with the bonus that by late February you can feel spring approaching. It’s the last month of low-season accommodation prices. If you’re planning a spring holiday, February is a good choice – still quiet, already warm.
March
Air: 25 °C | Water: 21 °C | Wetsuit: shorty 2 mm or spring suit
March is a transition. At the start of the month you’re still wearing a wetsuit, by the end a shorty or rash guard is enough. Temperatures jump up and the wind becomes more reliable.
It’s the first month when more people arrive at the spot. Easter (if it falls in March) brings the first bigger wave of customers. The lagoon starts filling up, but nowhere near as much as May or October.
Best for: A great compromise. It’s already pleasantly warm, the wind blows regularly, and there’s plenty of room on the spot. Ideal for those who don’t want to shiver in a wetsuit but also want to avoid peak season.
April
Air: 28 °C | Water: 22 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts / rash guard
April is the first truly warm month. You put away the wetsuit and ride in shorts or a rash guard. Water is 22 °C – pleasant without a wetsuit, unless you get cold easily.
Easter (if it falls in April) is the first peak of the season. The spot gets busier, courses fill up in advance. If you want to come in April, book early – especially if you’re planning a beginner course.
Wind is reliable, the thermal effect kicks in fully. Daily routine: the wind picks up in the morning, blows at full strength in the afternoon, eases off toward evening.
Best for: Families during Easter, kitesurfers who want warmth and good wind. Start of peak season.
May
Air: 32 °C | Water: 24 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts
May is hot and windy. Temperatures exceed 30 °C, water is a pleasant 24 °C. On the water, it’s fantastic – warm, windy, long days.
The spot is packed. May is one of the most popular months – the combination of stable wind and pleasant weather draws kitesurfers from all over Europe. Booking courses and accommodation well in advance is essential.
Best for: Anyone who wants guaranteed wind and tropical temperatures. If you don’t like a crowded spot, consider the first half of May – it’s slightly quieter.
June
Air: 34 °C | Water: 26 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts
June is hot. It’s over 34 °C on the beach and the water is actually the most comfortable place to be. Wind blows reliably, the thermal effect is at full power.
The spot calms down a bit compared to May – the European school year hasn’t ended yet, so there are fewer families. Still plenty of people, but not quite the peak.
Best for: Kitesurfers who don’t mind the heat. On the water it’s great, but lunch breaks are spent in the shade with a lemonade. If 25 °C is your usual maximum, prepare for an adjustment.
July
Air: 35 °C | Water: 28 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts (if anything)
July is extreme. Temperatures reach 40 °C and the wind can completely stop for a few days. We won’t lie – July is the least predictable month. Some years it blows beautifully the entire month, other years it goes quiet for a week.
Few people are here. Those who don’t need guaranteed wind and can handle the heat will find an empty spot, affordable accommodation, and maximum tranquility.
Best for: Adventurers looking for a cheap holiday who don’t mind the risk of a few windless days. If you can wingfoil, July is great – a wing works even in lighter wind. If you’re coming purely for kite and want guaranteed wind, pick another month.
August
Air: 35 °C | Water: 29 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts
August has two faces. The first half is similar to July – hot, wind sometimes uncertain. But from mid-August, things change. The wind returns, stabilizes, and the best period of the year begins.
From mid-August on, it’s excellent. The spot starts filling up, the first autumn customers arrive. Water is 29 °C – like a bath. You ride in shorts and cool off with cold showers after sessions.
Best for: If you can, come the second half of August. You’ll get warm water, reliable wind, and a spot that’s not yet fully packed. It’s the start of the best period.
September
Air: 33 °C | Water: 28 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts
September is one of the best months of the year. Wind blows almost every day, temperatures are still high but no longer as extreme as summer. Water is warm, days are long.
The spot is packed – it’s peak season. Advanced kitesurfers come here specifically for the strong, reliable wind. The lagoon is alive with action on the water.
If you’re advanced and want the best wind of the year, September and October are your months. You can check current conditions on our spot page with Windguru and webcam.
Best for: Advanced kitesurfers who want maximum wind. But beginners will be happy here too – the lagoon works great regardless of what’s happening out on the open sea.
October
Air: 30 °C | Water: 27 °C | Wetsuit: board shorts
October is, alongside September, the second-best month for wind. Temperatures drop to a pleasant 30 °C, water is still warm. The combination of good wind and decreasing heat makes October an ideal month for kitesurfing.
The spot is packed – it’s the autumn peak. Our team has up to 25 instructors in October – that shows how many people come at this time. Book early, especially courses and accommodation.
Best for: Same as September. Advanced riders for the wind, beginners for the lagoon conditions. October is the last month of “board shorts season.”
November
Air: 26 °C | Water: 24 °C | Wetsuit: shorty 2 mm
November is the transition to winter season. Temperatures drop, but it’s still above 25 °C – in Europe, you’re already wearing a jacket by this time. Wind is good, though not as consistent as September and October.
A shorty wetsuit is useful mainly in the morning and toward evening. Midday, a rash guard is often enough. The spot calms down, fewer people around.
Best for: A great month for those who want to catch good wind and warm water while avoiding the autumn peak. Better prices and availability than October.
December
Air: 22 °C | Water: 22 °C | Wetsuit: full 3/2 mm (transitional period)
December is an interesting month. The first half is quiet – temperatures drop, the spot empties. But around Christmas and New Year’s, a wave of people arrives who want to spend the holidays by the sea. The atmosphere is wonderful.
Wind in December blows better than in January – it’s one of the last months when the thermal effect is still strong. A transition between autumn and winter.
Best for: Christmas and New Year’s on the beach? December is ideal. Escape European winter, kitesurf in 22 °C, and have a drink on the terrace in the evening. The first half of December is cheap and quiet, the second half lively and festive.
Overall Summary – When to Go?
Best Period Overall
Mid-March to mid-July and mid-August to end of November. During these periods, you get a combination of good wind, pleasant temperatures, and a functioning spot.
Best Wind
September and October. No debate. If you’re advanced and want strong, reliable wind, these are your months.
Best Conditions for Beginners
Any time. And we mean it. The El Gouna lagoon works year-round – shallow, sandy bottom, flat water. In low season (December–February), you also get the bonus of a less crowded spot and the instructor’s full attention.
With more than 250 kites from 2.5 to 21 m², we always find the right size for current conditions. That’s an advantage most schools don’t have.
Low Season Advantages
We don’t want you to think of low season as a “worse” time. It has its benefits:
- Fewer people on the water – more space, more safety, more comfort
- More instructor attention – in peak season we have 25 instructors, in low season 8-10, but each student gets more time
- Cheaper accommodation – hotels and apartments in El Gouna drop prices significantly outside peak season
- Calm spot – no queues, no waiting, no stress
Wind and Forecast
Don’t want to rely just on statistics? Check the current wind and webcam on our spot page. Windguru shows a 7-day forecast – so if you’re flexible, you can time your trip to match current conditions.
Conclusion
El Gouna works for kitesurfing year-round. It’s not a place where you have a two-month window and then nothing. From March to November, wind is almost guaranteed; in winter, it blows most days. Temperatures never drop below 20 °C even in the coldest month.
If you’re a beginner, come any time – the lagoon is always ready and with IKO-certified instructors since 2004, you’re in good hands. If you’re advanced and chasing wind, head here in September or October.
And if you’re still not sure, write to us. We’ll recommend a time tailored to your preferences, budget, and level.