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Boskraal Strand kitesurf and windsurf spot
South Africa · Western Cape
Overview
Boskraal Strand is an isolated beach spot on the remote west coast of the Western Cape, north of the Olifants River mouth. This wild and deserted coastline offers powerful conditions in a spectacular and totally preserved natural setting. The coast is exposed to the full force of Atlantic swell and southerly winds. Reserved for advanced riders due to extreme isolation.
Spot forecast for Boskraal Strand
Sunrise 06:02 · Sunset 19:02
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 2.9 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 0.8 m High tide · 1.3 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.3 m
- Wednesday 21 October Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.6 m
- Thursday 22 October High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.6 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Friday 23 October High tide · 1.5 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 0.3 m
- Saturday 24 October High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.8 m Low tide · 0.2 m
Boskraal Strand: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
281h
in December · 26.5 rideable days
The season runs from September to April, peaking in December: 23 rideable days a month and 281 hours of usable wind, at 22 °C. The low point is June, at 7.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 63% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 16 °C. The wettest month is July, with 41 mm.
Monthly averages: Boskraal Strand
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5 | 260 h | 23 °C | 5 mm |
| February | 22.5 | 237 h | 24 °C | 4 mm |
| March | 22.5 | 199 h | 23 °C | 10 mm |
| April | 20.0 | 139 h | 22 °C | 16 mm |
| May | 14.5 | 74 h | 21 °C | 12 mm |
| June | 7.5 | 34 h | 19 °C | 36 mm |
| July | 11.0 | 62 h | 16 °C | 41 mm |
| August | 15.5 | 105 h | 18 °C | 28 mm |
| September | 21.5 | 185 h | 19 °C | 10 mm |
| October | 24.0 | 221 h | 22 °C | 15 mm |
| November | 24.0 | 262 h | 22 °C | 3 mm |
| December | 26.5 | 281 h | 22 °C | 3 mm |
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Technical details of Boskraal Strand spot
The spot works with winds from SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW.
Spot functioning
Exposed west-facing coast that works with south to south-westerly wind. Powerful and constant Atlantic swell. Sandy beach for launching but demanding conditions.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Advanced
On the water
Atlantic Ocean — very cold water (12-15°C) with the Benguela current. Thick full wetsuit essential (5/4 recommended). Powerful waves and constant swell. Strong coastal currents.
Parking
Access via unpaved tracks. 4x4 vehicle strongly recommended. Extremely isolated area — bring fuel, water and supplies. No guaranteed phone coverage.
Wind specificities
Dominant south to south-east wind in summer, side-onshore on this west-facing coast. Powerful and steady winds, often 20-30 knots. Flat and totally open coastal terrain — wind with no obstruction whatsoever.
Hazards
Extremely isolated spot — no rescue possible. Very cold water — rapid hypothermia in case of problems. Very strong currents. Powerful waves. Sharks (great whites in these waters). No phone coverage. NEVER sail alone. Inform someone of your destination.
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