Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
9%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
29°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
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
El Yaque is a beach break located on the northeastern coast of Margarita Island, Venezuela, where a river delta meets the Caribbean Sea. The spot features a northeast-facing shoreline with a lagoon-like protected area created by the river mouth and surrounding mangroves. The shallow, choppy waters with minimal wave energy (0.51m average) make this location suitable for learning and freestyle practice rather than wave riding. Wind reliability is low at 8.9%, suggesting inconsistent conditions typical of tropical locations outside peak season. The prevailing wind pattern suggests northwesterly winds would provide optimal side-shore conditions. This spot is best suited for beginners and intermediate kiters seeking flat-water conditions and protected waters. Key considerations include monitoring water clarity from river discharge, avoiding shallow sandbars near shore, and being aware of recreational boat activity in the residential area. Best conditions occur during higher wind periods, typically in the dry season months.
Hazards & Safety
river mouth with visible sediment discharge creating murky water
shallow areas near shore with sand banks
residential area proximity with potential boat traffic
variable water clarity due to river outflow
mangrove areas that could create dead wind zones
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
27°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
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
15%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
38%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
5%
9kts
27°feels 30°
26°
PM
~1d
Feb
26%
10kts
27°feels 30°
26°
PM
~1d
Mar
33%
11kts
28°feels 30°
Monthly Water Conditions
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