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
10.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
14°
Avg Temp
feels 11°
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 Passerelle is a beach break located on France's Atlantic coast near Saint-Gilles, facing northwest toward open water. The spot features a gently sloping sandy beach with extensive tidal flats and shallow areas that extend several hundred meters offshore. The adjacent residential area indicates manageable crowds during off-peak times. With average winds of 10.3 knots and waves around 1.31m, this is a mellow spot suited for beginners and light-wind sessions. Best wind direction is northeast (45°), providing side-shore conditions parallel to the coast. Wind reliability is relatively low at 26.8%, making consistent sessions challenging. Water temperature averages 13.7°C, requiring a wetsuit year-round. The extensive shallow areas and sandbars make this ideal for progression but require local knowledge of tidal patterns. This spot works best during spring tides when water depth increases, and suits riders developing skills in light-wind wave riding.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow areas and sandbars visible in intertidal zone
Low wind reliability (26.8%) limits session frequency
Residential development creates potential for crowding
Tidal flats and muddy areas in northern section
Small average wave height (1.31m) requires light wind
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
15°C
Avg Water Temp
1.3m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
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
28%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
39%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
31%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
34%
11kts
7°feels 3°
10°
PM
~11d
Feb
29%
10kts
8°feels 5°
10°
PM
~8d
Mar
36%
11kts
10°feels 6°
Monthly Water Conditions
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