KiteGlobeSocotra Island / Qariyah
📍 Yemen · Kiteboarding spot
Socotra Island / Qariyah is a kiteboarding spot in Yemen, with open water conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | Yemen |
|---|---|
| Water type | Other |
| Best wind direction | SW |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 12.6440, 54.2236 |
About Socotra Island / Qariyah
Winds can be very strong and gusty with around 50 knots. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Socotra Island / Qariyah?
The best time to kite Socotra Island / Qariyah is May, June, July, August, September, when the SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Socotra Island / Qariyah offers open water conditions with SW wind (Trade wind).
How do I get to Socotra Island / Qariyah?
Short walk
Hazards at Socotra Island / Qariyah
None, None.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.