Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
Liznjan is a sheltered bay located on the Istrian Peninsula in Croatia, characterized by agricultural land transitioning to a rocky coastline. The bay opens toward the northeast with moderate fetch distance, providing protection from dominant southwesterly winds. Water conditions are typically choppy due to shallow depth and fetch limitations. The spot features a natural harbor with moored boats indicating regular maritime activity. Visible rocky features and shallow areas require careful navigation. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (310-320°) providing reliable side-shore flow parallel to the bay mouth. The protected nature and moderate wind speeds make this suitable for beginner to early intermediate kiters seeking calm water practice with manageable conditions. Low wind reliability (13.9%) and small average wave height (0.45m) suggest this is primarily a flat-water training location rather than a dynamic wave-riding destination. Kiters should account for boat traffic, respect mooring areas, and avoid rocky shallow zones along the eastern shore.
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Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
| Month | Wind Days | Avg Wind | Temp | Best Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24% | 9kts | 8°feels 5° | AM |
| Feb | 19% | 8kts | 9°feels 6° | Eve |
| Mar | 15% | 8kts | 11°feels 8° |
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| Apr | 19% | 8kts | 13°feels 11° | AM |
| May | 8% | 7kts | 18°feels 17° | AM |
| Jun | 3% | 6kts | 24°feels 25° | AM |
| Jul | 3% | 6kts | 26°feels 27° | AM |
| Aug | 6% | 7kts | 26°feels 27° | AM |
| Sep | 14% | 7kts | 22°feels 21° | AM |
| Oct | 17% | 8kts | 17°feels 16° | AM |
| Nov | 21% | 9kts | 13°feels 10° | Eve |
| Dec | 18% | 8kts | 10°feels 7° | PM |