Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
21%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.2kts
Avg Wind
year-round
10°
Avg Temp
feels 7°
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Skarrev is a shallow lagoon spot located on the Danish coast, protected by a natural sand spit that extends into the sea. The enclosed water body provides a sheltered environment with minimal wave development, making conditions primarily flat water suitable for freestyle and light wind sessions. The lagoon orientation favors easterly or westerly winds for side-shore conditions, with east winds being more aligned with typical weather patterns in this region. The spot features a large mooring field with numerous anchored boats, requiring careful navigation and awareness. Water depths are consistently shallow across the usable area, which aids in safety for beginners but limits progression to wave riding. Wind reliability is notably low at 20.9%, meaning sessions are weather-dependent. Average wind speeds of 9.2 knots suggest this spot works best during stronger wind days or with larger kites. The flat water and protected environment make this suitable for beginners and intermediate riders focusing on freestyle skills and light wind technique. Water temperatures around 10.2°C require appropriate thermal protection. This is a lagoon-based learning spot rather than a destination for wave riding or strong wind sessions.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water throughout lagoon
Mooring field with anchored boats
Sandy bottom with potential soft spots
Limited fetch distance
Low wind reliability (20.9%)
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
11°C
Avg Water Temp
0.3m
Avg Waves
🪞 Flat Water
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Glass-like conditions, perfect for foiling & beginners
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
25%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
32%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
24%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
38%
11kts
4°feels -1°
4°
AM
~16d
Feb
42%
11kts
4°feels -1°
3°
PM
~13d
Mar
23%
9kts
5°feels 1°
Monthly Water Conditions
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