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
6.4kts
Avg Wind
year-round
20°
Avg Temp
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
Datça is a beach break located on Turkey's southwestern coast along the Aegean Sea, facing west toward the Mediterranean. The spot features a sandy beach backed by agricultural land and forested hills that rise steeply inland. The water is extremely sheltered with minimal fetch, resulting in very small average waves and low wind consistency. The shallow nearshore zone and visible rock formations require careful navigation. Best conditions occur with north winds (0°), which blow parallel to the coast as side-shore. This spot is suitable for beginners and those seeking gentle conditions rather than progression. The low average wind speed (6.4 knots) and wave height (0.37m) mean sessions will be limited and conditions inconsistent throughout the year. The protected nature makes it ideal for learning basics, but kiters seeking regular, reliable wind and waves should look elsewhere. Summer months may offer the most stable conditions, though overall suitability remains marginal.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Rocky outcrops visible in water
Dense vegetation and trees near beach creating wind shadows
Low wind reliability (6.9%)
Minimal wave energy (0.37m average)
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
22°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🤿 3/2mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
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
8%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
16%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
14%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
9%
7kts
13°feels 11°
19°
PM
~12d
Feb
15%
7kts
13°feels 10°
18°
PM
~7d
Mar
14%
7kts
14°feels 12°
Monthly Water Conditions
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