Oman · Oman
Masirah Island / Ras Jazirat, Oman
14.5kts
SSW · Windsaison
Masirah Island: remote Omani fishing community where variable ocean wind and strong currents demand solid skills and complete self-sufficiency.
- 14.5kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 191
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- SSW
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Muscat
- Koordinaten
- 20.5739, 58.9373
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
19%
fahrbar
15.4 kts
Feb
19%
fahrbar
13.9 kts
Mär
31%
fahrbar
14.4 kts
Apr
58%
fahrbar
15.5 kts
Mai
82%
fahrbar
15.2 kts
Jun
97%
fahrbar
17.7 kts
Jul
97%
fahrbar
19 kts
Aug
92%
fahrbar
18 kts
Sep
77%
fahrbar
14.6 kts
Okt
19%
fahrbar
14.8 kts
Nov
3%
fahrbar
12.3 kts
Dez
31%
fahrbar
14.9 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- SSW
- S
- SW
- NE
- WSW
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents around the island
- Sparse rescue infrastructure in remote island location
- Variable wind directions requiring constant adjustment and awareness
- Shallow reefs and rocky outcrops near the coast
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Basic accommodation on Masirah Island
- Limited food and water supplies; bring provisions from mainland
- Local fishing community resources
- Seasonal tourist infrastructure
Lokale Tipps
Plan trips during winter months (December-March) or summer (June-August) when wind is most consistent at 191 windy days annually. Arrange transport and supplies well in advance as the island is remote with limited services.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from sandy beach areas during SSW/S/SW wind directions for most consistent conditions. Choppy water requires confident water entry technique and awareness of surge near shore.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishing activities and give way to traditional boats. Keep a safe distance from populated areas and be mindful of limited kiter community on the island.
Was anziehen
Light 3/2mm wetsuit sufficient for warm Gulf of Oman waters; rash guard adequate during peak summer months (May-September).
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
- Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
- An Land
- Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
No resorts, no cafes, no kite infrastructure. Masirah is a working fishing island off Oman's eastern coast where kiters are incidental to everything else. You launch from sandy beaches into SSW/S/SW winds that immediately build chop. The surge near shore is heavy—poor water entry skills get punished. Once out past the break, currents push hard and unpredictably. This spot doesn't have a safety net.
Wind & Conditions
191 windy days annually isn't hype. May-September and December-March are your windows. Summer (June-August) brings the strongest winds but stays variable. Expect SSW, S, SW, NE, WSW direction shifts—you're constantly reading and trimming. 14.5 knots average, but chop stacks on top and makes it feel heavier. The wind is ocean wind: it doesn't smooth out.
The Water
Reefs and rocky outcrops line the coast. Plan your launch and exit zones before paddling out. Currents will move you—sometimes aggressively. If you can't read water movement and adjust your line, you'll know it. The chop is relentless and physically draining, not technically complex but unforgiving.
Who It's For
Intermediate minimum, and be honest about your level. This isn't a learning spot. You need to be self-sufficient: accommodation is basic, food and water limited, no rescue infrastructure. Bring provisions from the mainland or handle shortages yourself. That filter matters—only people who actually want to be here show up.
The Scene
Shared beaches with local fishermen. No kite schools, shops, or community. Seasonal, minimal tourism setup. You, the wind, the ocean.
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