Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
22%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.6kts
Avg Wind
year-round
20°
Avg Temp
feels 19°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Kalo Chorio is located in a sheltered bay on Crete's northern coast, facing northeast toward the Aegean Sea. The spot consists of a sandy beach with gradual water depth, backed by agricultural land and scattered residential development. The bay is partially enclosed by rocky headlands on both the eastern and western flanks, which provide some protection from larger swells but limit fetch distance. With average wind speeds of 8.6 knots and low reliability at 22.3%, conditions are often marginal. The spot works best with northwesterly winds (315°) that blow parallel to the coastline. Water temperatures average 20.5°C and wave heights typically remain under 0.6m, indicating calm conditions suitable for progression. This spot suits beginners and early intermediates due to protected waters and sandy bottom, though the low wind frequency means sessions require careful timing around weather windows. Light-swell conditions mean minimal wave assistance; success depends almost entirely on wind availability.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops on eastern headland
Shallow water near shore
Agricultural runoff affecting water clarity
Limited fetch distance
Residential development with potential boat traffic
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
22°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🤿 3/2mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
SDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
25%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
36%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
19%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
29%
10kts
14°feels 11°
18°
PM
~9d
Feb
43%
11kts
13°feels 10°
17°
PM
~8d
Mar
29%
9kts
14°feels 12°
Monthly Water Conditions
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