Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
21%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
24°
Avg Temp
feels 26°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
AdvancedSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
La Ravine Blanche is a beach break located on Réunion's east coast, characterized by direct exposure to Indian Ocean swells. The site faces northeast toward open water, with significant wave energy visible in the satellite imagery showing multiple wave lines and strong current patterns. The beach transition to deeper water is relatively steep with visible underwater features suggesting rocks and irregular bottom topography. This is an exposed, high-energy location suited for advanced kiters due to rough water conditions and strong currents. Wind reliability is moderate at 20.5%, requiring careful session planning. The northwesterly wind direction (315°) provides optimal side-shore conditions. Average wave heights of 2.25m combined with rough water indicate dynamic, potentially turbulent conditions. Water temperatures averaging 24.4°C are comfortable year-round. The spot requires experience reading strong currents and navigating uneven bottom features. Not recommended for beginners due to hazardous conditions and limited escape routes.
Hazards & Safety
Strong currents visible in satellite imagery
Rough water conditions indicated by wave patterns
Shallow reef or sandbar formations
Rocky outcrops along shoreline
High wave exposure to open ocean swell
Limited protected lagoon area
Proximity to developed coastal infrastructure
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
27°C
Avg Water Temp
2.3m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🏊 Shorty
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
SEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
22%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
30%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
23%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
7%
6kts
27°feels 30°
28°
PM
~14d
Feb
14%
9kts
27°feels 30°
28°
PM
~11d
Mar
14%
7kts
27°feels 30°
Monthly Water Conditions
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