Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
3%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
23°
Avg Temp
feels 25°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Evatra is a beach break located on Madagascar's east coast, characterized by a westward-facing shoreline with a shallow lagoon system separating the beach from open ocean waters. The spot features a river or stream mouth creating a natural lagoon, visible as the darker water body inland. Ocean-facing breaks occur along the beach with consistent wave exposure, while the lagoon offers more protected conditions. Rocky formations and reef structures are present, particularly near the river mouth area. The low wind reliability (3.3%) and moderate average wind speed (6.9 knots) suggest this is not a consistent wind spot. Waves average 1.97m, providing moderate conditions. Best wind direction would be from the north or south (side-shore relative to the west-facing beach). The rough water conditions and presence of obstacles make this suitable for intermediate kitesurfers with reef and rock awareness. The lagoon offers staging areas but requires careful navigation around shallow zones and current patterns. Seasonal wind patterns should be researched before visiting.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops and reef formations visible along shoreline
Strong currents indicated by sediment patterns in lagoon
Shallow lagoon area between beach and deeper water
Significant wave exposure on ocean side
Sediment discharge from river/stream mouth creating murky water zones
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
25°C
Avg Water Temp
2.0m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🏊 Shorty
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
NEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
7%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
23%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
6%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
2%
7kts
26°feels 30°
27°
PM
~19d
Feb
3%
8kts
26°feels 30°
26°
PM
~15d
Mar
1%
6kts
25°feels 29°
Monthly Water Conditions
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