Weather · wind · crowds

When to visit Dakhla?

Good news: there is no bad season. A desert climate softened by the ocean all year round — you just choose according to the wind and the crowds.

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For kitesurfing

From April to September, the thermal wind blows strong almost every day — the main season. September offers the best conditions-to-crowds ratio.

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For discovering

From October to March, the wind eases a little: excursions, beaches and the city can be enjoyed gently and without the crowds. Ideal outside school holidays.

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For the budget

Avoid July-August if you can: it is the most in-demand period. In January-February and November, accommodation and courses are easier to negotiate.

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Month by month

Indicative averages — the real wind plays out week by week: check the forecasts before booking a session.

Month	Wind (kite)	Air	Water	Crowds	In short
January	💨💨Decent	17–23 °C	17–18 °C	Quiet	Mild winter, superb light, quiet spots.
February	💨💨Decent	17–23 °C	17–18 °C	Quiet	Great off-season deal; wetsuit recommended on the water.
March	💨💨Decent	18–24 °C	17–19 °C	Moderate	The wind strengthens, the kite season begins.
April	💨💨💨Strong and steady	18–24 °C	18–19 °C	Moderate	Start of the main wind season.
May	💨💨💨Strong and steady	19–25 °C	18–20 °C	Moderate	Reliable wind, ideal temperatures, a good crowd compromise.
June	💨💨💨Strong and steady	20–26 °C	19–21 °C	Moderate	Heart of the season: some of the year's most consistent conditions.
July	💨💨💨Strong and steady	21–27 °C	20–22 °C	Busy	Wind almost daily, European holidays: book early.
August	💨💨💨Strong and steady	22–28 °C	20–22 °C	Busy	The busiest month — camps fill up in advance.
September	💨💨💨Strong and steady	22–28 °C	21–22 °C	Moderate	Still very windy, fewer people: an excellent choice.
October	💨💨Decent	21–27 °C	20–22 °C	Moderate	End of the main season, mild and pleasant conditions.
November	💨💨Decent	19–25 °C	19–20 °C	Quiet	A lovely late season to combine riding and discovery.
December	💨💨Decent	18–23 °C	18–19 °C	Moderate	Winter sun and holidays; the wind stays present but lighter.

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