Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
19%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Gaadhiffushi is a small island lagoon spot in the Maldives characterized by a protected shallow-water environment. The lagoon faces northeast with a sandy/muddy bottom interspersed with reef patches and vegetation-covered motu islands. The spot offers light swell conditions (0.85m average) suitable for progression and practice. Wind reliability is low at 19.4%, indicating inconsistent conditions typical of tropical locations. The shallow protected lagoon provides safe water for beginners and intermediate kiters, with minimal wave face but controlled conditions. Low wind speed averaging 8.8 knots suggests this spot requires patience for session windows. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (315°) running parallel to the lagoon's northeast orientation. Navigation around reef structures and vegetated islands is essential. Water temperature at 28.1°C is warm year-round. The limited fetch and enclosed nature mean waves remain small, making this suitable for skill-building rather than wave-riding. Ideal for learning board control and technique in controlled conditions.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow lagoon areas with varying depths
Reef structures visible in light turquoise zones
Vegetated islands (motu) within lagoon requiring navigation awareness
Limited fetch distance due to enclosed lagoon environment
Potential for strong tidal currents in lagoon channels
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
30°C
Avg Water Temp
0.8m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
GustyVariable wind, best for experienced riders
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
20%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
23%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
8%
8kts
27°feels 31°
29°
Eve
~16d
Feb
4%
9kts
28°feels 32°
29°
Eve
~14d
Mar
10%
7kts
28°feels 33°
Monthly Water Conditions
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