Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
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.
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Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
| Month | Wind Days | Avg Wind | Temp | Best Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2% | 7kts | 26°feels 30° | PM |
| Feb | 3% | 8kts | 26°feels 30° | PM |
| Mar | 1% | 6kts | 25°feels 29° |
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| Apr | 0% | 6kts | 24°feels 27° | PM |
| May | 0% | 6kts | 22°feels 24° | PM |
| Jun | 0% | 5kts | 20°feels 21° | PM |
| Jul | 0% | 6kts | 20° | PM |
| Aug | 2% | 7kts | 20°feels 21° | PM |
| Sep | 5% | 8kts | 22°feels 23° | PM |
| Oct | 12% | 8kts | 23°feels 24° | PM |
| Nov | 9% | 8kts | 25°feels 27° | PM |
| Dec | 6% | 8kts | 26°feels 29° | PM |