Top spot for flatwater lovers
Kitesurfing in florida
Key West, located at the southernmost tip of the Florida Keys, offers a tropical and vibrant setting for kitesurfing. The water is typically warm, clear, and shallow with sandy bottoms, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced riders. The color varies from bright turquoise near the shore to deeper blues offshore, offering beautiful riding conditions.
Key West Kitesurfing wind conditions
The wind in Key West is consistent during the main season, typically blowing from November through May. Average wind speeds range between 15 to 25 knots, driven by northeast trade winds and enhanced by cold fronts in winter. These conditions make it a reliable and enjoyable destination for kitesurfing.
body wear
- board shorts
downwinder
- No
ride type
- freeride
- freestyle
- hydrofoil
skill level
- intermediate
- advanced
spot type
- ocean
starting area
- sandy beach
water condition
- choppy
- flat water
wind daytime
- all day
wind type
- spotTags.value.windType.frontal
- trade winds
Impressions
Wind Stats for Key West Kiteboarding
Around the Kiteboarding Spot Key West
Once you are there, Key West is packed with activities. You can explore its colorful historic district, enjoy snorkeling and diving around coral reefs, take sunset cruises, visit Ernest Hemingway’s house, or experience the lively Duval Street with its bars and live music. The island also offers great fishing, kayaking through mangroves, and wildlife encounters.
camper parking
- Not allowed, but possible
car parking
- Far away
emergency
- A medical center
has restaurant
- Yes
has toilet
- Yes
has shower
- Yes
How to get to Key West and how to bring it about while you're there
Getting to Key West is easy. You can fly directly into Key West International Airport from major U.S. cities or drive down the scenic Overseas Highway from Miami, a journey of about 3.5 hours. Shuttle services and buses are also available for travelers not renting a car.
accommodation
- near the spot
public transport
- Poorly developed
rental cars
- Recommended
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With so many other things to do when the wind's light, you'll never be bored here
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