Overview

Masirah Island is a generic spot on Masirah Island in Oman, one of the most renowned kite destinations in the world. The island, located off the east coast of Oman in the Arabian Sea, benefits from legendary wind conditions. The Khareef (southwest) blows from June to September with exceptional power and consistency, often between 20 and 35 knots. It is one of the windiest places on the planet during this season. The prevailing SW, SSW and S directions offer ideal conditions on the west coast of the island. The island offers several spots suited to different levels, from flat lagoons to wave spots. The bottom is sandy with some rocky areas. The environment is wild and desert-like, with rich marine wildlife (turtles, dolphins). Accessible by ferry from the mainland or by plane. A few kite camps and basic accommodations are available. Water temperature remains warm year-round (24-30°C). A must-visit destination for kitesurfers seeking guaranteed wind.

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Masirah Island: when to go?

The season runs from April to September, peaking in August: 30 rideable days a month and 398 hours of usable wind, at 31 °C. The low point is November, at 10.7 days.

Rideable days per month

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Wind strength when it is rideable

16-22 knots · 48% 22-30 knots · 46% 30-40 knots · 5% 40+ knots · under 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 16 and 22 knots — 48% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 26 °C. The wettest month is July, with 1 mm. Bar height is the month's rideable days; the split shows how its wind hours break down by strength.

Monthly averages — Masirah Island — averaged over 3 years of records
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	21.3	177 h	26 °C	0 mm
February	18.7	163 h	27 °C	0 mm
March	17.0	172 h	30 °C	0 mm
April	29.3	312 h	32 °C	0 mm
May	29.0	355 h	34 °C	0 mm
June	30.0	374 h	32 °C	0 mm
July	30.3	378 h	29 °C	1 mm
August	31.0	398 h	28 °C	0 mm
September	29.3	335 h	30 °C	0 mm
October	13.3	127 h	31 °C	0 mm
November	10.7	75 h	29 °C	0 mm
December	21.0	165 h	27 °C	0 mm

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