Silver Sands Beach
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves, Ocean
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Silver Sands Beach is a private beach-club launch north of Jeddah (Obhur coast) with clean Red Sea water, small waves, and choppy conditions over a reefy bottom. The beach is described as small, and the approach/launch is often the main challenge: kitesurfers use a small boat jetty where you may need assistance to catch your kite on return, and the kite launching area can feel tight when the beach is crowded with sunbathers. Wind is reported as strongly reinforced during the day by sea-breeze/thermal effects, with a usable thermal window in the afternoon (noted as around 13:00 to 18:00). Winter and early-season months (January, February, December) are highlighted for best conditions, while summer is also described as reliable for thermal winds. Reported typical wind strength for the area is about 12–25 knots, with light gustiness. Safety planning matters here. Multiple hazards are repeatedly mentioned, including swimmers, jet skis, buoys, and reef/coral hazards that can be close under the surface depending on tide. The launch area is in a managed beach-club setting with designated swimming zones, so riders are advised to maintain strict separation from swimmers and to stay upwind to reduce conflict. Booties are strongly suggested due to reported barnacles and flat rocks (notably on the south side), and a careful assessment of the reef is recommended before committing routes. Amenities make it practical for a full session (showers, toilets/changing areas, and food/restaurant services). Access requires finding the private entry point (often without clear public signage), and entry fees apply; crowds are reported to be especially heavy on Fridays/weekends, which can worsen launch logistics at the small beach strip.
- Clean, warm Red Sea water with chop and small-wave conditions
- Daytime thermal/sea-breeze wind pattern with an afternoon peak window
- Private beach-club amenities (showers/toilets/food) near the launch
- Primary challenge is the small, tricky jetty/launch logistics when busy
- Clean water with chop and small-wave conditions.
- Reported steady daytime thermal/sea-breeze pattern with reliable winter frontal and summer thermal periods.
- Beach-club amenities including showers and toilets.
- Foil-friendly once you clear the immediate swimming zone and shallow reef patches.
- Small launch area (jetty access and narrow sandy strip) can become difficult when the beach is crowded.
- Tricky launch/return process from the boat jetty; an assistant is recommended/required for kite catch.
- Reef/coral hazards close to the surface depending on tide; limited rescue availability is reported.
- Private beach-club restrictions and entry fee apply.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NW, W, SW
- Offshore directions
- N, NW, W, SW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Sea-breeze/thermal reinforcement on the Red Sea; also described as consistent northwesterly sea breezes.
- Reliability
- Good reliability during winter frontal systems and summer thermal periods.
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts
- Best Months
- January, February, December
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves, Ocean
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy launch/bathing areas.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Small waves with chop.
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Choppy conditions reported for kiting.
- Launch
- Small — Small boat jetty; players must jump from the jetty to access the water. Launch area can be narrow and tight when crowded.
Through the year
Peak crowds on weekends and during school holidays; Fridays specifically reported as crowded.
Rain is rare but can occur in short, intense bursts between November and January (reported).
By sport
What to expect for each.
Chop with small-wave conditions over/near a reefy bottom; suitable for intermediate riders, with a tricky jetty/launch that requires good landing/launch handling and an assistant for kite catch. Conditions can be challenging due to the narrow launch area when crowded.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Suitable for freeriding and slalom when the NW wind picks up.
- Sail Sizes
- 6–7.5 m²
Foil-friendly once you clear the immediate swimming zone and shallow reef patches; spacious beach reported for launching/landing and progressing from beginner to advanced riders.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 5–6 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Silver Sands Beach in the full forecast view.
Silver Sands Beach wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 1–13 ktsGusts 22 kts
- Direction
- WSW240°
- Strongest day
- Tue, Oct 2713 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.3–0.7 m5s period
- Temperature
- 26–35 °C
Over the next 7 days, Silver Sands Beach is forecast for daytime winds of 1–13 kts, peaking around 13 kts on Tuesday, October 27 with gusts to 22 kts. The prevailing direction is WSW. Waves run 0.3–0.7 m with a period of about 5s. 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
- swimmers
- jetskis
- buoys
- reefs
- corals
- mole
- rocks
- stones
- barnacles
- flat rocks on south side
- concrete
- bystanders
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue availability is reported as limited; private beach-club localized support is mentioned for the area.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major hospitals are in Jeddah (reported ~30–45 minutes away).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism issues reported.
Rules of the spot
Stay upwind to avoid swimmers. Keep strict separation between swimming areas and kiting/watersport zones; respect designated beach-club entry/exit points.
- Private beach club access fee required.
- No public signage; use GPS and follow the club entry instructions.
- Do not kite in designated swimming zones.
- Modest attire recommended when arriving and leaving (reported).
- Don't kiteboard nearly naked (reported clothing guidance).
- Stay upwind to avoid swimmers.
- Reef/coral can be just below the surface depending on tide.
- Wear booties because barnacles and flat rocks (especially south side) are reported underfoot.
- Tricky boat-jetty launch: have an assistant waiting at the boat jetty to catch your kite on your return/approach.
- Small beach size can make launching tight when crowded.
- Avoid kiting in designated swimming zones.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Jeddah
- Nearest Town
- Jeddah
- Parking
- Parking is available inside the beach-club compound.
- Access
- Drive north on Madinah Rd from Jeddah, pass the small lagoon and beach clubs north of Jeddah. There may be no signage at the clubs; use GPS (21.7727N, 39.0556E). After about 400m north of a pretty mosque on the right, look left for a blue door with 2 palm trees and a 'private beach' sign. Parking reported inside the compound.
- Cost Level
- Expensive
- Local Language
- Arabic
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and villas are available in the Obhur and North Jeddah area (reported).
- Food & Drink
- On-site restaurant serving snacks/meals and non-alcoholic beverages (reported).
- Equipment Rental:
- No dedicated kitesurfing rentals on site; riders typically bring their own gear (reported).
- Gear Storage
- Not available for short-term visitors (reported).
- Gear Repair
- None reported at the beach; basic repair may be available via local kite schools (regional context).
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Silver Sands Beach?
The best overall months at Silver Sands Beach are January, February, December.
Which wind directions work at Silver Sands Beach?
Silver Sands Beach works with N, NW, W, SW winds. Offshore directions are N, NW, W, SW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Silver Sands Beach?
Recommended equipment sizes at Silver Sands Beach: Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 6–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Silver Sands Beach suitable for?
Silver Sands Beach suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Beginner to Intermediate.