Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
1%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
3.5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
16°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE60°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Maitencillo is a beach break located on the central Chilean coast facing northwest toward the Pacific Ocean. The spot features a sandy beach adjacent to a large lagoon system that sits between residential development and the open ocean. The lagoon provides somewhat sheltered water, though it creates a constricted area with limited fetch for wind development.
Best conditions occur with northeast to east winds that blow side-shore across the beach break. However, the extremely low wind reliability (0.6%) indicates this location experiences marginal wind conditions most days, making consistent kitesurfing sessions rare. Average waves of 1.68m are modest and suitable for beginners when wind does arrive.
This spot suits beginner-level kiters seeking flat-water lagoon practice or small-wave beach sessions during rare favorable wind windows. The surrounding residential development suggests moderate boat traffic potential. The primary limitation is unreliable wind; kiters should check conditions carefully before traveling to this location.
Hazards & Safety
Lagoon with shallow water and restricted fetch
Residential area with potential boat traffic near lagoon entrance
Low wind reliability (0.6%) indicates marginal conditions most days
Small average wave height (1.68m) limits progression potential
Lagoon edges may have soft bottom or vegetation
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
1.7m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
0%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
2%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
2%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
4kts
19°feels 21°
17°
Eve
~0d
Feb
0%
3kts
20°feels 21°
18°
Eve
~0d
Mar
0%
3kts
19°feels 20°
Monthly Water Conditions
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