Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
18%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
12°
Avg Temp
feels 10°
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
Colleville/Ouistreham is a beach break located along the Normandy coast in northern France where the Orne River meets the English Channel. The coastline faces northeast into the channel, with a sandy beach backed by residential development and a marina facility. The spot offers relatively protected conditions due to the nearshore bathymetry and proximity to river mouth dynamics. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (315°) providing side-shore flow along the northeast-facing beach. The low average wind reliability of 18.4% and modest wave heights (0.48m average) make this primarily suitable for beginners and progression riders seeking calm, sheltered practice conditions rather than challenging wave development. Water is choppy due to tidal influence and river interaction. The spot works best during neap tide periods and moderate wind conditions. Kiters should be aware of shallow water near shore, potential boat traffic from the marina complex, and the need to plan sessions around available wind windows given the marginal wind statistics.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Residential area with potential boat traffic
Low wind reliability (18.4%)
Choppy water conditions
Sandy bottom with variable depth
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
14°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
20%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
33%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
22%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
28%
9kts
6°feels 2°
8°
PM
~11d
Feb
21%
10kts
8°feels 4°
8°
PM
~7d
Mar
21%
9kts
9°feels 6°
Monthly Water Conditions
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