Fraserburgh, Scotland (UK) kitesurfing spot

🌍Scotland (UK)·Europe

Fraserburgh, Scotland (UK)

● Beginner◆ Intermediate▲ Expert🌊OceanWind sports destination

Wind

NNE–NE–ENE

Best Season

May–Aug

Water

Chop · Small waves

About This Spot

Fraserburgh, Scotland (UK) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Scotland (UK).

Situated in Europe, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.

With NNE–NE–ENE winds, peaking from May to August, Fraserburgh, Scotland (UK) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.

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Why Riders Love It

Sideshore: WNW and ESE. If the wind gets too north, travel round the corner 2 miles by car too St Combs for 6 miles of beach.

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When to Go

Water rarely below 7°C, wetsuit advised although on very hot days it is not necessary. Season good April to October. There is excellent surf most of the year. Rarely gets very cold, maximum temperature of air is around 23°C. Can rain a lot in winter. Average water temperature of 10°C.

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What to Expect

Wind driven swell of all sizes. Crowd free. A busy day is 10 kites.

Wind & Conditions

NESW

NNE · NE · ENE · WNW · NW · NNW
Best wind direction

Sideshore: WNW and ESE. If the wind gets too north, travel round the corner 2 miles by car too St Combs for 6 miles of beach.

Best Months

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Water Conditions

ChopSmall wavesMedium waves

Wind driven swell of all sizes. Crowd free. A busy day is 10 kites.

Big beachSand💧 Clean

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Facilities & Access

🅿️Parking✓ Available
🚻Toilets✓ Available
🍹Beach Bar / Food✓ Available
📚Lessons Available✓ Available
🏨Accommodation✓ Available
🛟Rescue Service
🪁Gear Rental
🚿Showers✓ Available

📍 Getting There

🚶Short walk to the beach

Take A90 north from Aberdeen until you get to Fraserburgh. East of it you will find the bay.

Location

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Fraserburgh, Scotland (UK)

57.6775°N, -1.9816°E

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