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Strandfontein kitesurf and windsurf spot
South Africa · Western Cape
Overview
Strandfontein is an isolated spot on the remote west coast of the Western Cape, between the Olifants River mouth and Boskraal Strand. This wild and deserted coastline offers powerful conditions in a totally preserved natural setting. The beach is exposed to the full force of the Atlantic and southerly winds. Spot reserved for advanced riders due to isolation and demanding conditions.
Spot forecast for Strandfontein
Sunrise 06:01 · Sunset 19:02
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 3.7 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
Strandfontein: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
286h
in December · 27.5 rideable days
The season runs from September to April, peaking in December: 24 rideable days a month and 286 hours of usable wind, at 23 °C. The low point is June, at 6.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 58% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 16 °C. The wettest month is July, with 60 mm.
Monthly averages: Strandfontein
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5 | 260 h | 25 °C | 7 mm |
| February | 23.5 | 237 h | 25 °C | 3 mm |
| March | 24.5 | 198 h | 24 °C | 16 mm |
| April | 22.0 | 143 h | 23 °C | 8 mm |
| May | 14.0 | 76 h | 22 °C | 12 mm |
| June | 6.5 | 32 h | 19 °C | 42 mm |
| July | 10.0 | 58 h | 16 °C | 60 mm |
| August | 17.5 | 107 h | 18 °C | 33 mm |
| September | 22.5 | 174 h | 19 °C | 11 mm |
| October | 24.0 | 221 h | 23 °C | 21 mm |
| November | 25.0 | 248 h | 24 °C | 5 mm |
| December | 27.5 | 286 h | 23 °C | 4 mm |
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Technical details of Strandfontein 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 as side-onshore. Constant Atlantic swell. Sandy beach for launching. 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 (4/3 minimum, 5/4 recommended). Constant waves and swell. Coastal currents.
Parking
Access via unpaved tracks from the N7 or local roads. 4x4 vehicle recommended. Very isolated area — bring fuel and supplies.
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 open coastal terrain providing unobstructed wind.
Hazards
Very isolated spot — no rescue nearby. Very cold water — hypothermia risk. Strong currents. Powerful waves. Sharks (great whites) present. Limited phone coverage. NEVER sail alone.
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