Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
14%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
7.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
feels 16°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
🌊
Open OceanSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
SE120°Best Wind
Exposed to open sea with waves and stronger conditions
About This Spot
La Californie is a coastal kitesurfing spot near Hyères on the French Mediterranean coast, characterized by a southwest-facing bay with rocky features. The spot offers open ocean conditions with moderate wave exposure and light swell averaging 0.65m. The coastline is densely developed with residential areas, limiting landing zones but providing some wind shelter. Best conditions occur with southeast to east winds (120-90°) that provide side-shore conditions parallel to the coast. Wind reliability is low at 14.2%, with average wind speeds of 7.9 knots, suggesting this spot works best during higher wind systems. The shallow water near shore requires careful approach and departure planning. Rocky outcrops on the eastern side of the bay present navigation hazards and should be avoided. Suitable for intermediate kiters with experience in coastal conditions and rock-aware maneuvering. Summer thermal winds and winter Atlantic frontal systems provide the most consistent sessions. Access limitations exist due to dense residential development.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops visible on eastern side of bay
Moderate wave exposure with Atlantic swell
Shallow water near shore requiring careful launch/landing
Boat traffic indicators in developed coastal area
Strong currents possible along rocky sections
Limited fetch distance for wind development
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
19°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
15%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
28%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
21%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
14%
8kts
11°feels 7°
14°
PM
~4d
Feb
17%
8kts
11°feels 8°
14°
PM
~6d
Mar
29%
10kts
13°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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