Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
10%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.6kts
Avg Wind
year-round
16°
Avg Temp
feels 15°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
La Lanzada is a beach break located on Spain's Galician coast facing northwest toward the Atlantic. The spot features a sandy beach with a lagoon system behind it, creating both open water and protected areas. The geography shows a relatively flat sandy beach with moderate development, backed by scrubland and accessible via a coastal road. The water transitions from turquoise shallows to deeper Atlantic conditions. With average winds of 6.6 knots and minimal wind reliability at 9.6%, this spot operates inconsistently for kitesurfing. When conditions align with northeasterly winds, side-shore conditions are achievable. Average wave heights of 1.48m suit beginners and intermediate riders focusing on technique rather than wave riding. Water temperatures around 15.7°C require seasonal wetsuits. The spot works best for flat-water freestyle practice during rare strong wind events. The visible sandbar and shallow lagoon areas offer protected learning zones but require awareness of shallow water hazards. Access appears straightforward via existing coastal infrastructure.
Hazards & Safety
Low wind reliability (9.6%) limits session frequency
Shallow water in lagoon area - risk of contact with seabed
Sandbar dynamics - shifting conditions between sessions
Road infrastructure visible along coast - potential spectator/vehicle traffic
Mixed seabed conditions visible in water clarity changes
Small average wave height (1.48m) limits progression for advanced riders
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
16°C
Avg Water Temp
1.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
NEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
11%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
16%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
14%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
15%
7kts
12°feels 9°
14°
PM
~14d
Feb
10%
6kts
12°feels 10°
14°
PM
~11d
Mar
14%
8kts
13°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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