Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
2%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
20°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Cabo de las Huertas is a sheltered bay located on Spain's southeastern coast near Alicante, featuring a southwest-facing shoreline. The bay is characterized by light-swell conditions and moderate water clarity. Dense residential development surrounds the northern and western portions, while rocky limestone formations define the southern headland. The spot functions as a protected bay environment with variable wind patterns and low wind reliability (1.9% average), making consistent sessions challenging. Conditions are best with northeasterly winds providing side-shore flow parallel to the coast. The shallow, sheltered waters and modest wave heights (0.6m average) make this suitable for beginner to early-intermediate kiters practicing in controlled conditions. Water temperatures average 19.7°C, requiring seasonal rashguard protection. The proximity to urban infrastructure and residential areas means limited space and potential navigational considerations. This spot is most valuable during rare high-wind periods when onshore conditions develop.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops and formations visible on southern headland
Shallow water near shore in northern section
Residential development creating potential obstacles
Variable wind conditions with low reliability (1.9%)
Limited fetch distance due to bay configuration
Possible underwater rocks near headland areas
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
21°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
3%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
5%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
2%
5kts
13°feels 10°
15°
PM
~2d
Feb
1%
5kts
13°feels 11°
15°
PM
~3d
Mar
6%
6kts
15°feels 13°
Monthly Water Conditions
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