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
5.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 33°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Cayo Varadero is a small island bay location off the Venezuelan coast characterized by protected shallow waters bordered by dense tropical vegetation. The spot features a northeast-facing bay with a narrow sandy beach corridor separating shallow lagoon areas from deeper open water. The surrounding landscape shows significant vegetative coverage typical of Caribbean coastal ecosystems, with multiple rocky areas and reef formations visible throughout. Water conditions are generally calm with minimal wave generation due to the protected bay environment and low average swell (0.71m). Current wind reliability data (0.0%) suggests this is not a consistent wind destination, making it unreliable for regular kitesurfing activity. The shallow lagoon environment and scattered underwater hazards require careful navigation. Best conditions would occur with northwesterly winds providing side-shore conditions. This spot suits beginners due to calm water but is hindered by low wind consistency and numerous navigation obstacles. Access and exit points are limited by vegetation. The area receives minimal wave activity and wind reliability is poor, limiting its viability as a primary kitesurfing destination.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Rocky outcrops and reef scattered throughout
Dense vegetation/mangrove areas limiting exit points
Inconsistent water depth transitions
Limited fetch distance
Boat traffic potential in main channel
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
28°C
Avg Water Temp
0.7m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
EDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
0%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
3%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
0%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
6kts
27°feels 31°
27°
PM
~13d
Feb
0%
7kts
27°feels 30°
27°
PM
~10d
Mar
0%
7kts
27°feels 31°
Monthly Water Conditions
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