Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
7%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
19°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Arenal de Xàbia is a sheltered beach break located in a protected bay on Spain's Costa Blanca. The site comprises a sandy beach approximately 300-400 meters long, facing northeast into a bay environment with residential development inland. The water body is semi-enclosed, providing natural protection from large ocean swells but limiting fetch distance. Visible marina infrastructure and residential areas indicate moderate human activity. The spot experiences consistent but light wind conditions (6.5 knots average) with low reliability (6.5%), making it suitable primarily during seasonal wind events. The shallow water and sandy bottom make it appropriate for beginners and intermediate kiters seeking sheltered conditions. Northwest winds (315°) provide ideal side-shore access for safe kite launching and control. The extremely light average wind suggests this spot functions best during specific weather windows rather than as a year-round destination. Limited wave exposure (0.62m average) indicates small wave conditions typical of bay environments. Kiters should verify seasonal wind patterns before planning visits.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Rocky outcrops visible in northern section
Residential development with potential spectator traffic
Marina infrastructure in central bay area
Limited fetch distance - enclosed bay environment
Varying bottom topography
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
20°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
SDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
10%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
13%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
11%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
6%
6kts
14°feels 11°
15°
PM
~4d
Feb
4%
6kts
14°feels 11°
15°
PM
~3d
Mar
16%
8kts
15°feels 13°
Monthly Water Conditions
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