Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
20%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
24°
Avg Temp
feels 26°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Isle aux Cerfs is a small island off the southeast coast of Mauritius with an enclosed lagoon environment. The island is surrounded by shallow turquoise waters with sandbars, coral patches, and vegetation that create a naturally protected setting. The southeastern shoreline faces into the lagoon where water conditions are mild and contained by the island's geography.
This spot functions as a protected lagoon break with consistent shallow water and light wave development. The low wind reliability (19.5%) and modest average waves (1.96m) indicate this is not a high-energy venue. Best conditions occur with northeast to east winds that blow parallel to the southeastern shore, generating side-shore conditions for safe kiting.
The shallow, protected waters and minimal wave action make this suitable for beginners and early intermediate kiters developing board control skills. The tight space and scattered obstacles require careful navigation and awareness. Strong tidal flows between lagoon sections and shallow sand banks demand respect for water movement. This spot suits progression in calm conditions rather than wave-riding or freestyle sessions.
Hazards & Safety
shallow water and sandbars
scattered rocks and reef heads
enclosed lagoon limits fetch and wave development
vegetation and mangrove obstacles on island
strong tidal currents in lagoon channels
limited exit routes due to island constraints
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
26°C
Avg Water Temp
2.0m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🏊 Shorty
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
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
27%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
35%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
18%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
10%
8kts
27°feels 31°
28°
PM
~16d
Feb
19%
9kts
27°feels 31°
28°
PM
~16d
Mar
5%
7kts
27°feels 31°
Monthly Water Conditions
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