Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
17%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.4kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Lighthouse Beach is a sheltered lagoon spot on a Maldivian atoll island, characterized by turquoise shallow waters protected by a defined reef system and white sand beach. The lagoon environment provides enclosed conditions with limited fetch distance, making this fundamentally a protected water spot rather than open ocean exposure.
The northeast-facing coastline creates natural side-shore conditions for northeast winds (45°). With prevailing winds averaging only 8.4 knots and 17.1% reliability, this spot operates inconsistently and favors lighter wind sessions. The shallow lagoon water (appearing 2-4m in depth based on color gradients) and visible reef structures require careful route planning to avoid coral contact.
Best suited for beginners and early intermediate kiters seeking flat-water progression in stable, protected conditions. Sessions work optimally during seasonal wind peaks. The residential development visible on the island suggests potential boat traffic and limited space for large wind ranges. Kiters should verify tidal conditions and reef locations before sessions, as the narrow lagoon corridor constrains drift patterns.
Hazards & Safety
shallow lagoon areas with variable depth
coral reef structures visible in turquoise water
residential development with potential boat traffic
narrow fetch distance limited by island perimeter
tidal current variations in enclosed lagoon
white sand bars shifting with conditions
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
30°C
Avg Water Temp
1.4m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
GustyVariable wind, best for experienced riders
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
18%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
20%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
20%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
13%
8kts
28°feels 32°
29°
PM
~16d
Feb
8%
8kts
28°feels 32°
29°
Eve
~13d
Mar
11%
7kts
28°feels 33°
Monthly Water Conditions
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