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📍 Hargeisa, Somalia · Kiteboarding spot
The Spit is a kiteboarding spot near Hargeisa in Somalia, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NE, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | Somalia |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Hargeisa |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, NE, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 10.5364, 51.1932 |
About The Spit
Fun wave and flat water in one. Big playground.
When is the best time to kitesurf at The Spit?
The best time to kite The Spit is May, June, July, August, September, when the N, NE, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
The Spit offers open ocean conditions with N, NE, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to The Spit?
Access by boat or 4x4.
Hazards at The Spit
Currents.
View The Spit on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near The Spit?
2 kite schools operate in Somalia. See kite schools in Somalia →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.