Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
10%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.6kts
Avg Wind
year-round
16°
Avg Temp
feels 15°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Mexilloeira is a sheltered bay on Spain's Atlantic coast in Galicia, characterized by a curved sandy beach and protected waters. The bay opens to the northeast, with surrounding forested hills and residential development inland. The spot features numerous moored boats, indicating commercial/recreational marine activity. Water conditions are generally rough with average waves of 1.48m and choppy bay dynamics. The low wind reliability (9.6%) and modest average wind speed (6.6 knots) suggest this is a marginal kitesurfing location that requires specific weather windows. Best conditions occur with northwest winds (315°), which provide side-shore conditions parallel to the beach. The shallow bay waters and boat traffic make this primarily suitable for beginner kiters seeking protected conditions, though the unreliable wind makes consistent sessions unlikely. Rocky areas require careful navigation, particularly along the western shore. Local knowledge of mooring locations and bay current patterns is essential before attempting to kite here.
Hazards & Safety
Moored boats throughout bay
Rocky outcrops along shoreline
Shallow water near beach
Low wind reliability (9.6%)
Strong currents possible in bay mouth
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
16°C
Avg Water Temp
1.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
NEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
11%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
16%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
14%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
15%
7kts
12°feels 9°
14°
PM
~14d
Feb
10%
6kts
12°feels 10°
14°
PM
~11d
Mar
14%
8kts
13°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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