Sajuwan
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Sajuwan is a low-profile kitesurfing spot on Taiwan’s north coast near New Taipei, built around a winter-focused wind window. Conditions are described as chop with small waves and clean water, with a medium-sized sandy beach. Wind is strongest during the northeast monsoon season, with best directions reported as N, E, ESE, and SE, and best months in the winter period of January, February, March, plus October, November, and December. One provider also notes winter wind reliability as high, while another describes a moderate gust pattern. Safety is the main operational concern. The spot’s edges include a mole/concrete jetties, and riders are specifically warned to avoid the mole/breakwater during launches and riding. Additional hazards mentioned include shorebreak, strong currents, and the proximity of the shoreline to the highway area; tide-related access can also change, with some narrow launch sections at higher tide. For gear and comfort, winter air temperatures are described around 10–20°C with water around ~15°C, and a 3–5mm wetsuit is recommended for winter sessions. In warmer months, conditions shift to much warmer air and water, and storm/typhoon risk increases in summer; winter is therefore the primary season for wind sports here.
- Winter NE monsoon kitesurfing focus (October to March)
- Chop/small waves on clean water
- Avoid the mole/concrete breakwater at the edges
- Clean water and medium-sized beach
- Consistent winter wind window (October to March) with best directions N to SE (including ESE)
- Good conditions for intermediate kitesurfing in winter monsoon flow
- Mole/concrete structures at the edges are a major hazard to avoid
- Choppy water and quick-deepening conditions can challenge less-experienced riders
- No spot-level rescue/lifeguards reported
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, E, ESE, SE
- Wind Range
- 15–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Providers describe the working wind as trade/monsoon-driven winter flow, with strong N/E through ESE/SE directions.
- Reliability
- high during winter months
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts
- Best Months
- January, February, March, October, November, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–10 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Medium — Kiteforum describes chop with small wave; another provider describes small-to-medium wave conditions.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Chop is consistently reported for the water.
- Launch
- Medium — Sandy beach with some narrower sections depending on tide.
Through the year
Busy on windy weekends in winter.
Typhoon season June to September; winter months can be drizzly.
By sport
What to expect for each.
A working kitesurfing spot on the north coast known for choppy water with small waves. It’s primarily used in winter when winds are driven by the northeast monsoon, and riders commonly target freeride and light wave riding. A key hazard is the mole/concrete breakwater at the edges of the bay, which riders must avoid.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–10 m²
Suitable for wave and freeride windsurfing during the winter months.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–5.5 m²
Challenging launch and chop make this better for experienced foilers.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited
- Min Depth
- 1.5m
- Wing Sizes
- 3–5 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Sajuwan in the full forecast view.
Sajuwan wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 5–18 ktsGusts 37 kts
- Direction
- NE42°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2418 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 1.0–3.9 m8s period
- Temperature
- 22–26 °C
Over the next 7 days, Sajuwan is forecast for daytime winds of 5–18 kts, peaking around 18 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 37 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 1.0–3.9 m with a period of about 8s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Mole
- Concrete moles/jetties
- Shorebreak
- Proximity to the highway
- Strong currents
- Concrete jetties or moles at the edges of the bay and along the highway
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level providers report no rescue availability.
- Emergency Info
- Emergency numbers: 110 (police) and 119 (ambulance/fire).
Rules of the spot
Check tide levels as parts of the beach can become narrow at high tide; respect local swimmers and other beach users near the Jinshan area.
- Avoid the mole/concrete edges when launching, riding, or landing.
- The spot is best during the winter NE monsoon.
- Check tide levels as the beach can become narrow at high tide.
- Respect local swimmers and other beach users near the Jinshan area.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- New Taipei City
- Nearest Town
- Shimen District area
- Parking
- Limited roadside parking along the highway.
- Access
- Near the 39km mark of Northcoast Highway (Route 2).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Chinese (Mandarin, Taiwanese)
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Guesthouses available in Jinshan town.
- Food & Drink
- Small shops and seafood restaurants along the highway nearby.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
Off the water
Visitors often combine north-coast water sports with nearby geology and cultural stops, with hot-spring recovery after sessions.
A famous geological area known for its unique rock formations, including the iconic Queen's Head.
Famous coastal rock formations.
Modern/independent outdoor art museum associated with Ju Ming.
Tandem paragliding flights offering panoramic views of the North Coast.
Volcanic hot springs at Jiatouli.
Public and private hot spring baths known for their therapeutic properties.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Sajuwan?
The best overall months at Sajuwan are October, November, December, January, February, March. The best wind months are January, February, March, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Sajuwan?
Sajuwan works with N, E, ESE, SE winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Sajuwan?
Recommended equipment sizes at Sajuwan: Kitesurfing: 7–10 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–5.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 3–5 m². The typical wind range is 15–30 kts.
What skill level is Sajuwan suitable for?
Sajuwan suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Advanced · Wingfoiling: Advanced.