Medulin

Medulin is a sheltered bay located on the Istrian Peninsula in southern Croatia. The coastline faces southeast into a protected embayment with moderate development around its perimeter. The bay features shallow, choppy water with visible sandbars and moderate vegetation coverage in surrounding areas, indicating a lagoon-like bay environment. Wind conditions are marginal with only 11.3% reliability and average winds of 7.1 knots, making this a light-wind spot suited for beginners and intermediate kiters seeking flat-water progression. Side-shore winds from the northeast (45°) provide the safest riding angles. The bay's enclosed nature limits wind acceleration and wave development, resulting in minimal swell (0.45m average). Boat traffic from the marina complexes and residential swimming areas require attention. Best conditions occur during higher-wind weather patterns that overcome the spot's low average wind statistics. Kiters should avoid peak tourism periods and be aware of shallow water in the bay center. This spot suits skill-building in protected conditions rather than progression riding.