Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
0%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
17°
Avg Temp
feels 16°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Malgrat is a Mediterranean beach break located on the Catalonian coast facing south toward open water. The spot features a sandy beach with significant urban development and infrastructure immediately behind the shoreline, including a developed promenade and various facilities. Wave conditions are minimal with an average height of 0.56m, making this primarily a light-wind spot suitable for progression rather than performance. The beach is heavily utilized by recreational swimmers and tourists, limiting the practical riding area. Wind reliability is extremely poor at 0.4%, indicating this location rarely receives consistent conditions for kitesurfing. Best conditions occur with easterly winds (90°) providing side-shore coverage. The spot suits beginners and those seeking flat-water practice in a protected setting, though the shallow water and crowded beach environment present challenges. Water temperatures average 16.6°C, requiring a wetsuit for extended sessions. This location is better suited to other water sports; dedicated kiters should seek more consistent nearby alternatives with better wind resources.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Beach infrastructure and promenades
Populated beach areas with swimmers
Rocky breakwater structures visible
Industrial/port facilities to the north
Low wind reliability (0.4%)
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
19°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
2%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
3%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
5kts
9°feels 7°
14°
PM
~4d
Feb
1%
5kts
10°feels 8°
14°
PM
~5d
Mar
2%
6kts
12°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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