Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
0%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
17°
Avg Temp
feels 16°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Blanes Platja d'Abanell is a sandy beach break located on Spain's Costa Brava, facing east toward the Mediterranean Sea. The spot features a sheltered sandy beach backed by dense residential development and limited green space. Water conditions are typically mild with small wave heights (0.61m average) and light swell characteristics. The beach is bounded by rocky outcrops and shallow water near the shoreline, creating a confined riding area. Wind reliability is very low at 0.4%, making consistent sessions rare. Best conditions occur with northerly winds (0°) that provide side-shore flow across the beach. The spot is most suitable for beginners due to small wave sizes and relatively protected waters, though the shallow approach and rocky features require careful navigation. Limited free beach space due to urban development restricts launch and landing zones. Water temperatures average 16.6°C, requiring seasonal wetsuits. Local knowledge of the rocky hazards and tide patterns is important for safe progression at this spot.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Rocky outcrops visible in water
Dense coastal development limiting landing areas
Boat traffic in offshore waters
Urban infrastructure proximity
Limited fetch distance
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
19°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
NWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
2%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
3%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
5kts
9°feels 7°
14°
PM
~4d
Feb
1%
5kts
10°feels 8°
14°
PM
~5d
Mar
2%
6kts
12°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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