When is the best time to kite at Bognor Regis, England (UK)?

The best months at Bognor Regis, England (UK) are Sep, Dec, Feb, Aug, Apr, Jun, Jan, Oct, Nov, Mar.

What level is Bognor Regis, England (UK) suitable for?

Bognor Regis, England (UK) is rated Intermediate for kiters.

What is the water like at Bognor Regis, England (UK)?

Bognor Regis, England (UK) has Ocean, Choppy conditions.

Kite spot

Bognor Regis, England (UK)

Name: Bognor Regis, England (UK)
Address: Sussex, United Kingdom

Sussex, United Kingdom

Intermediate Ocean Choppy Ocean

About Bognor Regis, England (UK)

Bognor Regis delivers 140+ windy days yearly with reliable SW winds, but shallow sandbars and tidal push mean you're earning every session in choppy Channel water.

Avg wind

11.4 kts

Peak season

11.4 kts

Windy days/yr

143.5

Peak hours

15:00–18:00

Monthly wind profile

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Dec

Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.

Best months

SepDecFebAugAprJunJanOctNovMar

Wind directions

SWWSWSSWWNE

Amenities

Beachfront cafes and fish & chips shops along Bognor Regis promenadePublic restrooms and changing facilities near the beachEquipment rental shops and local kitesurfing schools in the area

Hazards

Choppy ocean conditions with strong tidal movements in the English ChannelShallow sandbars and shifting underwater features common to Sussex coastBusy shipping lanes and occasional boat traffic near the coastCold water temperature year-round with risk of hypothermia

Launch notes

Launch from the beach during low tide when sand is firmest; choppy ocean conditions mean slower acceleration but predictable wind patterns from SW, W, and NE directions make for consistent sessions.

Gear & clothing

Gear · Carry 14-17m kites for the 11.4kt average wind; use a directional or small wave board suited for choppy water. Have a backup larger kite for lighter winter days.

Clothing · Wear a 5/3mm winter wetsuit September-April and 3/2mm during summer months; water temperatures range from 8°C to 16°C year-round, making thick protection essential.

Crowd & etiquette

Respect local swimmers and beach users during peak summer season; coordinate with other kiters to maintain safe separation and avoid tangled lines in this relatively narrow beach environment.

Additional notes

Best wind arrives September-November and January-February; check local tide times as shallow areas can complicate launching during high tide. Bognor Regis offers 143+ windy days annually, making it reliable for regular sessions.

Features

Intermediate Spot

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