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
6.4kts
Avg Wind
year-round
26°
Avg Temp
feels 29°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Holiday Beach is located on the northern coast of Hainan Island, China, facing north into the South China Sea. The spot consists of a developed coastal bay with sandy beach access and extensive residential and commercial development along the waterfront. Water conditions are characteristically flat with minimal wave formation. The primary limitation is extremely poor wind reliability at 2.9%, with average wind speeds of only 6.4 knots—below the threshold for consistent kitesurfing. Best wind conditions would come from easterly (90°) or westerly (270°) directions providing side-shore flow. The shallow, protected bay waters suit only beginners on rare windy days. Significant boat traffic, coastal infrastructure, and consistently weak wind conditions make this spot unsuitable for regular progression or serious kitesurfing practice. The location functions primarily as a beach resort rather than a dedicated water sports venue. Kiters should seek alternative spots with higher wind reliability.
Hazards & Safety
Extremely low wind reliability (2.9%) - spot is marginal for kitesurfing
Very small average wave height (0.23m) - insufficient for progression
Heavy boat traffic visible in bay area
Coastal infrastructure and development along shore
Shallow flat water conditions throughout bay
Low average wind speed (6.4 knots) - below minimum for most kites
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
26°C
Avg Water Temp
0.2m
Avg Waves
🪞 Flat Water
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Glass-like conditions, perfect for foiling & beginners
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
5%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
8%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
4%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
6kts
19°feels 20°
20°
PM
~4d
Feb
2%
7kts
21°feels 22°
20°
PM
~3d
Mar
0%
6kts
24°feels 27°
Monthly Water Conditions
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