Aruba · Aruba
Westpunt, Aruba
16kts
E · Windsaison
Westpunt: 320 windy days/year on Aruba's northern point. Consistent trade winds, heavy chop, reef navigation required. Expert riders only.
Nur für Experten. Sichere Selbstrettung, Upwind-Bodydrag und Beherrschung überpowerter Bedingungen sind Pflicht.
- 16kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 320
- Windtage / Jahr
- 15:00–18:00
- Beste Windzeit
- E
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Oranjestad
- Koordinaten
- 12.6171, -70.0597
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
95%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Feb
84%
fahrbar
17.1 kts
Mär
85%
fahrbar
17.7 kts
Apr
98%
fahrbar
16.8 kts
Mai
97%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Jun
100%
fahrbar
18.4 kts
Jul
98%
fahrbar
18.8 kts
Aug
94%
fahrbar
16.7 kts
Sep
90%
fahrbar
16.1 kts
Okt
63%
fahrbar
15.5 kts
Nov
62%
fahrbar
15.8 kts
Dez
84%
fahrbar
15.8 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- E
- ENE
- ESE
- SE
- NE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
- Waves
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with regular wave formation require advanced wave riding skills
- Rocky outcrops and reef hazards near Westpunt's northern coastline demand careful navigation
- Strong consistent trade winds can create powerful gusts; exercise caution during peak wind days
- Shallow water areas near shore increase risk of board strikes and limit recovery zones
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Limited facilities; nearest services in Westpunt village with basic supplies and accommodation
- Beach access with parking available near launch point
- No dedicated kite school or rental shops on-site; bring all equipment from elsewhere on island
Lokale Tipps
Westpunt offers reliable year-round wind with 320 windy days annually, but plan visits during Jun-Sep for optimal wave conditions. Stock up on supplies and fuel before heading to this remote northern spot, as facilities are minimal.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from the beach directly into consistent trade winds from the east and northeast. The choppy ocean conditions mean you'll need solid wave control; assess conditions carefully as the exposed coastline offers limited shelter.
Lokale Regeln
Respect the remote nature of this expert-only spot and share the water responsibly with other riders. Stay aware of local fishing activity and give swimmers wide berth.
Was anziehen
A 3/2mm wetsuit is ideal year-round in Aruba's warm tropical waters (77-84°F). Rash guards and reef booties are recommended for protection against sharp rocks and reef contact.
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
- Surfboard — Directional für die Wellensets
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
Wind & Conditions
320 windy days annually isn't marketing—it's the trade wind belt. You get consistent northeast flow year-round, averaging 16 knots with regular pushes harder. June through September add Atlantic swell on top. Gusts rip across the rocky northern coastline; this is pure trade wind, no thermal component.
The Water
Choppy and shallow near shore. Board strikes happen. The reef isn't scenery—it's a navigation constraint you work around. Recovery zones are tight. You need solid wave control to function here.
Who Belongs Here
Advanced riders comfortable in chop and reading reef. Self-reliant types who pack repair kits, plan their own exits, carry everything they need. If you need a school, rental shop, or safety boat, go elsewhere.
Logistics
Accessible but remote. Parking and direct beach access near the launch point. Westpunt village has basic supplies and accommodation—fuel and stock up before heading out. Assume nothing else exists. Winter swell (June–September) stacks conditions; conditions are rideable year-round but lighter on swell outside those months.
Real Talk
This spot rewards self-sufficiency and punishes shortcuts. Reliable wind, genuine conditions, zero handholding.
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