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
4.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
feels 17°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE30°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Mar Bella is an urban beach break located on Barcelona's northeastern coastline, facing southeast toward the Mediterranean Sea. The spot features a sandy beach with multiple man-made structures including groins and breakwaters that define the bathing areas. The immediate nearshore shows shallow turquoise water typical of Mediterranean conditions, with light swell generation common to this region.
This is a protected, developed beach suitable primarily for beginners and intermediates due to consistent but small wave conditions. The presence of multiple beach sections separated by structures creates variable wind and water conditions. Northeasterly winds (around 30°) provide side-shore conditions parallel to the coast, though the weather data indicates very low wind reliability (1.0%) and minimal average wind (4.9 knots), suggesting this spot works best during specific wind events rather than regularly.
The urban setting and shallow green water zones require careful route planning and awareness of other water users. This spot suits learners in light wind conditions and those seeking sheltered, crowded beach environments over remote breaks.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water areas visible in green-colored zones
Multiple groins and breakwaters creating complex current patterns
Urban beach infrastructure with limited escape routes
Proximity to sports stadium and developed areas limiting space
Potential boat traffic in harbor areas to the north
Rocky/constructed shoreline sections
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
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
8%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
4%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
10°feels 8°
14°
PM
~2d
Feb
0%
4kts
11°feels 9°
14°
PM
~6d
Mar
8%
6kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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