Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · St. Vincent & Grenadines
Union Island / Frigate Island, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
15kts
E · Windsaison
Union Island gets 303 windy days a year, but don't mistake consistency for easy. Island funneling creates unpredictable gusts and reef navigation is non-negotiable.
- 15kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 303
- Windtage / Jahr
- 08:00–11:00
- Beste Windzeit
- E
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Kingstown
- Koordinaten
- 12.5848, -61.4356
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
94%
fahrbar
17.2 kts
Feb
91%
fahrbar
17.1 kts
Mär
84%
fahrbar
16.1 kts
Apr
88%
fahrbar
16 kts
Mai
94%
fahrbar
16.2 kts
Jun
100%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Jul
87%
fahrbar
16.4 kts
Aug
69%
fahrbar
14.5 kts
Sep
50%
fahrbar
13.6 kts
Okt
65%
fahrbar
14.9 kts
Nov
85%
fahrbar
15.7 kts
Dez
89%
fahrbar
16.3 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- E
- ENE
- ESE
- SE
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean swell and strong currents common in the Grenadines passages
- Shallow reefs and rocky outcrops near Frigate Island require careful navigation
- Sudden wind shifts and gusts channeled through nearby islands
- Limited rescue access due to remote location between islands
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 guesthouses and small hotels on Union Island
- Local restaurants and beach bars with Caribbean cuisine
- Small dive shops and water sports operators nearby
Lokale Tipps
Wind is reliable nearly year-round (303 days), making this a consistent spot despite remote logistics. Plan your trip during peak season (Dec-Jul) for best conditions and coordinate with local guides familiar with reef navigation.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from sandy beaches on Union Island's leeward side when winds favor ENE-E directions. Choppy conditions require strong launching technique and awareness of reef hazards near the shoreline.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishing zones and stay clear of anchored boats in the narrow channels. Check with local operators before sessioning to understand current usage patterns.
Was anziehen
A 2-3mm springsuit is adequate year-round due to warm Caribbean waters and tropical climate. Sun protection and a rash guard are essential for the intense equatorial sun.
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
Union Island's leeward beaches work almost year-round. Trade winds are relentless—303 windy days annually. But the setup isn't forgiving. Grenadines passages between islands funnel wind into acceleration zones. You get sudden gusts and hard direction shifts. Chop is genuine. You're managing pressure the whole session, not cruising on rails.
Wind & Conditions
15 knots average, ENE and E dominant. December through July is peak, but wind holds all year. The catch: predictability breaks down. Nearby islands channel wind unpredictably—gusts spike hard, then ease fast. This demands active kite management and the judgment to call it when conditions spike beyond your level.
The Water
Choppy swell baseline. Shallow reefs and rocky outcrops near Frigate Island are real hazards—not obstacles you ignore. Strong currents run the passages, especially with tide changes. Launch from sandy beaches on Union's leeward side when wind is ENE or E, but know your exit before you go out. Remoteness means limited rescue infrastructure. You need to be self-sufficient.
Who Should Go
Intermediate riders comfortable in chop and capable of reading reef zones. Solid launching technique required. Beginners won't dial in basics here—conditions won't allow it. Respect the navigation demands and you get a spot that rarely flatters.
On the Island
Basic guesthouses, small hotels, local food. No beach clubs or organized schools. Work with local guides—they know reef patterns and currents. Not optional.
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