Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
27%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
11°
Avg Temp
feels 9°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Jaywick is a beach break spot on the Essex coast facing south toward the North Sea. The shore features engineered groynes and sea defenses visible in the imagery, which provide some wave formation but create navigation hazards. The area is characterized by dense residential development immediately inland, limiting facilities and access points. Water conditions are typically choppy with small average waves (0.47m), making this suitable primarily for flat-water kitesurfing practice. Wind reliability is low at 26.6%, with modest average winds of 9.8 knots. East or west winds are side-shore relative to the south-facing coastline. The spot works best for beginners practicing in light winds and flat water, or for lighter-weight riders. Kiters should be aware of the shallow water zone extending from shore and navigate carefully around groyne structures. This location is more suitable for progression and light-wind sessions rather than high-performance riding. The narrow beach and crowded residential setting suggest checking local access and regulations before visiting.
Hazards & Safety
Groynes and sea defenses extending into water
Shallow water close to shore
Dense residential development limiting access
Choppy water conditions typical of North Sea
Low wave height and limited fetch
Potential boat traffic in shipping lanes
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
13°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
31%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
36%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
26%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
35%
10kts
5°feels 1°
6°
PM
~9d
Feb
35%
11kts
7°feels 2°
6°
PM
~9d
Mar
25%
9kts
8°feels 4°
Monthly Water Conditions
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