Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
5%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
19°
Avg Temp
feels 18°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E105°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Gizzeria Lido is a sheltered beach-break spot located on Italy's Tyrrhenian coast in Calabria. The coastline faces southwest into the Mediterranean, creating a curved sandy beach protected by rocky formations to the north. The spot sits within a developed resort area with camping facilities, limiting crowd space but providing easy access and amenities. With average wind reliability of only 4.6% and light swell (0.51m), this location experiences minimal wind and wave energy, making it a flat-water or very light-wind destination. Best conditions occur with east or southeast winds that create side-shore flow parallel to the beach. The shallow, gradually sloping sandy bottom and residential proximity make this suitable for beginners or progression riders seeking calm conditions. The low wind statistics and modest wave potential suggest this spot functions primarily as a light-wind or flatwater practice location rather than a consistent performance venue. Kiters should expect very inconsistent conditions and plan visits during rare strong wind events.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow beach areas with gradual slope
Rocky outcrops visible in upper left (north) section
Residential area proximity with potential swimmer traffic
Limited fetch distance due to enclosed beach setting
Boat traffic indicators in water
Dense vegetation and tree line near shore
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
21°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
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
7%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%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
5%
6kts
12°feels 10°
16°
PM
~13d
Feb
6%
6kts
12°feels 10°
15°
PM
~8d
Mar
10%
7kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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